Major Kenji Hatanaka — The Emperor in August Character Profile

About Major Kenji Hatanaka

A military officer involved in the failed coup designed to thwart Japan's surrender, representing the radical faction that attempted to seize control and prevent the Emperor's surrender broadcast.

Character Facts

Played by

Tori Matsuzaka

Appears in

The Emperor in August (2015)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (1)

• Major Kenji Hatanaka — Professional Commander — General Korechika Anami (Koji Yakusho)

  Minister of War and the officer involved in the coup

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