, known as , is an American

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and

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in Japan. He was born in Newport Beach, California. He is best known for his portrayal of Ken Hisatsu/Geki Chopper in the 2007

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series ''

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''.

Biography

Sotaro was born in Newport Beach, California. He attended

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and University High School in Irvine, where he was the club president for the Japanese Club. He is attended at Keio University in Japan as an

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major. He is the youngest of three brothers, one of which is , who was known for his role as in ''

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''.

Filmography

External links

Sotaro's Official WebsitePersonal blog
* {{authority control 1986 births 21st-century Japanese male actors American male actors of Japanese descent American models of Japanese descent American emigrants to Japan Japanese male models Keio University alumni Living people Male actors from Newport Beach, California