Hiroshi Tsuchida, Kazuki in the Yakuza & Like a Dragon series, has passed away at age 54. Tsuchida-san died from heart failure on October 11, 2026, at the age of 54. His death was announced by his agency on October 20, 2026.
Tsuchida has played Kazuki in the Yakuza series all the way back to the PS2 games never missing an opportunity to reprise his role in the games. He will be sorely missed by his friends, coworkers, and fans.
From his agency 81 Produce:
[Obituary] Our affiliated actor, Dai Tsuchida, passed away on October 11, 2026, at the age of 54, due to heart failure.
The funeral service was held privately with only family members present, in accordance with the wishes of the bereaved family. We express our deepest gratitude for the kindness shown to him during his lifetime and respectfully inform you of his passing.