Keita Machida Shares Tattoo Look for Kujo's Great Sin Film
The actor posted a back shot of his character Mibu's tattoo makeup on Instagram, drawing comments from fans awaiting the film's January 2027 release.
Keita Machida has posted a photo on Instagram showing the tattoo makeup he wears as Mibu Kenkō in the film Kujo's Great Sin, according to cinematoday.jp. The image shows the character's back, which is covered in tattoos.
Mibu is the leader of a semi-gangster group. In the film, tattoos cover his entire back as well as his arms and shins. The back tattoo includes the name "RICE CAKE" and a portrait of his late pet dog.
The post drew numerous comments from users saying they are looking forward to the film's release.
Kujo's Great Sin, based on Shohei Manabe's manga of the same name, opens in theaters on January 8, 2027. A Netflix series adaptation was released this year.
Cast and production
For the Netflix series, Machida spent more than three hours in tattoo makeup per session and gained 15 kg for the role. He is set to return for the film alongside Yuya Yagira, Hokuto Matsumura, Elaiza Ikeda, Takuma Oto and Murotsuyoshi. Haru Kuroki, Yui Narumi, Kiyohiko Shibukawa, Mutsuo Yoshioka, Yu Tokui and Eita Okuno are new additions to the film's cast.
Quick answers
When does the Kujo's Great Sin film come out?
The film is scheduled to open in theaters on January 8, 2027.
Who plays Mibu Kenkō in Kujo's Great Sin?
Keita Machida plays Mibu Kenkō, the leader of a semi-gangster group.