Yu Koyanagi - Actor Profile

Yu Koyanagi

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
21Total Films
7.7 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 29, 1988
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Yu Koyanagi

Koyanagi Yu is a Japanese actor and former drummer of the Japanese rock band ONE OK ROCK. He was the initial band drummer however he is not credited as a former member. He left the band in June 2006 to pursue the dream of being an actor. Koyanagi Yu is managed by Stardust.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yu Koyanagi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 21 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Yu Koyanagi's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 67% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yu Koyanagi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Yatsuhakamura, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Yu Koyanagi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yu Koyanagi's career based on audience ratings.

★7.7
Yatsuhakamura (2019) movie poster
★7.7

Yatsuhakamura: During the Sengoku period, villagers brutally killed eight samurai, and in the Taisho era, the head of an old family mur

Yatsuhakamura

2019•Mystery
★7.5
Heat Island (2007) movie poster
★7.5

Heat Island: A gang of underground street fighters calling themselves "Guilty" think they've hit the mother load when they mug a thie

Heat Island

2007•Crime
★7.4
Tokyo Sonata (2008) movie poster
★7.4

Tokyo Sonata: A young boy takes interest in piano while his family begins to disintegrate around him after his father loses his job.

Tokyo Sonata

2008•Drama
★7.3
Midnight Sun (2006) movie poster
★7.3

Midnight Sun: Kaoru has a sickness that hindered her to go out when the sun is up. Despite this sickness, she fell in love with a boy

Midnight Sun

2006•Drama
★7.3
Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial (2010) movie poster
★7.3

Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial: Ultraman Zero, the rookie Ultraman from Tsuburaya Productions’ 2009 theatrical movie returns, and getting full-fledged.

Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial

2010•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yu Koyanagi.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2023 Ichikei’s Crow Special Yoshizuka Satoru Hit Similar →
2019 Yatsuhakamura 里村慎太郎 Super Hit Similar →
2019 21st Century Girl (segment "Your Sheet") Hit Similar →
2018 Bleach Yasutora Sado Hit Similar →
2018 Call Boy Shinya Tajima Hit Similar →
2014 Blue Spring Ride Tanaka Yōichi Hit Similar →
2014 Gajimaru Restaurant's Love Hayato Hit Similar →
2014 The Great Shu Ra Ra Boom - Hit Similar →
2012 Odayaka Noboru Average Similar →
2012 By Rule of Crow's Thumb Kantaro Hit Similar →
2011 Hankyu Railways - A 15-Minute Miracle Katsuya Average Similar →
2010 Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial Run Hit Similar →
2010 Women Play Twice - Average Similar →
2009 Chasing My Girl - Flop Similar →
2009 Crows Zero II Makoto Sugihara Hit Similar →
2008 Tenshi Rooftop Hayato Yajima Flop Similar →
2008 Tokyo Sonata Takashi Sasaki Hit Similar →
2008 The Cycling Genius Is Coming! - Flop Similar →
2008 CLEARNESS Kōtarō Flop Similar →
2007 Heat Island - Super Hit Similar →
2006 Midnight Sun Oonishi Yuuta Hit Similar →

Yu Koyanagi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yu Koyanagi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yu Koyanagi is "Yatsuhakamura" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Yu Koyanagi acted in?

Yu Koyanagi has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yu Koyanagi?

Other notable films include "Heat Island", "Tokyo Sonata", and "Midnight Sun".