Ryo Iwamatsu (Japanese Actor and Playwright)

Ryo Iwamatsu (Japanese: 岩松了) is a well-known Japanese actor and playwright born on March 26, 1952, in Nagasaki, Japan. Over a career spanning decades, he has established himself as a prominent figure in Japanese film, television, and theatre.

Career Overview

Iwamatsu has built an extensive filmography working with diverse directors across mainstream cinema and independent productions. In addition to his screen acting, he is widely recognized for his work in the Japanese theatre scene as a playwright and director.

Selected Filmography

Iwamatsu has appeared in numerous feature films, frequently taking on memorable supporting roles:

• Convenience Story (2022) - Producer Sakaki
• What to Do with the Dead Kaiju? (2022) - Bokudo Ioroi
• In The Wake (2021) - Hajime Narasaki
• Yakuza and The Family (2021) - Kazuhiko Osako
• Tokyo Ghoul (2017) - Akihiro Kano
• March Comes in Like a Lion (2017) - Takanori Jinguji
• Air Doll (2009) - Owner of Video Rental Shop

Television Appearances

On television, Iwamatsu has maintained a steady presence in various drama series across Japanese networks and streaming platforms, including roles in Sins of Kujo (2026), Where does the Sea Begin (2024), and Time Limit Investigator 2019.