Yamagata — Akira Character Profile

About Yamagata

A loyal member of the Capsules gang who confronts Tetsuo over the stolen motorcycle. His death marks a turning point, demonstrating Tetsuo's complete psychological break and willingness to eliminate former allies.

Character Facts

Played by

Masaaki Okura

Appears in

Akira (1988)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Yamagata — Social Gangmate — Shotaro Kaneda (Mitsuo Iwata)

  Capsules member who confronts Tetsuo over Kaneda's motorcycle and is subsequently killed.

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