Ryota Murai & Hiroki Suzuki to Star in Stage Play "Kitaro Tanjo Gegege no Nazo"! Fans Rejoice on SNS Over "Sengoku Nabe TV" Reunion

The main cast for the stage play "Kitaro Tanjo Gegege no Nazo," scheduled to be performed in Tokyo, Osaka, and Saga from January to February 2026, has been announced, creating a buzz on social media. In particular, the casting of Ryota Murai as Mizuki and Hiroki Suzuki as Kitaro's Father has drawn an enthusiastic response from many fans.

Following this announcement, X (formerly Twitter) was flooded with exclamations of surprise and joy, such as "Hiroki Suzuki and Ryota Murai!?", "Too emotional!", and "Dream collaboration." Many fans recalled the duo's appearance as "Nobunaga to Ranmaru" in the popular 2011 program "Sengoku Nabe TV ~Nantoka Rekishi ga Manaberu Eizou~" where they performed "Atsumori 2011." Comments like "It's Nobunaga to Ranmaru, isn't it!" and "Atsumori 2026" circulated, marking a long-awaited reunion for their long-time fans.

Furthermore, some fans also reminisced about their co-starring roles in "Kamen Rider Decade," highlighting once again their wide range of activities and popularity. This casting has been praised as "a dream for the 2.5D community" and "the best lineup," significantly raising expectations for the production.

The stage play "Kitaro Tanjo Gegege no Nazo" boasts a powerful production team, with Motohiro Mouri (Shonen Shachu) writing the script, Norihito Nakayashiki (Kaki Kuu Kyaku) directing, and Kenji Kawai composing the music. With Ryota Murai and Hiroki Suzuki, a long-standing duo, appearing as partners in this highly anticipated play, a fierce competition for tickets is expected.

The Context

"Kitaro Tanjo Gegege no Nazo" (Kitaro Birth: The Mystery of GeGeGe) is an anime film released in 2023, serving as a prequel to the highly popular and long-running "GeGeGe no Kitaro" series. It delves into the untold story of Kitaro's father and a human character named Mizuki, providing an origin story for the titular character. The stage play is based on this film.

2.5D Stage Plays (2.5次元舞台) refer to theatrical productions based on Japanese anime, manga, or video games. Actors often portray characters with costumes and makeup that closely resemble their original designs. Both Ryota Murai and Hiroki Suzuki are prominent and highly regarded actors within this genre.

"Sengoku Nabe TV ~Nantoka Rekishi ga Manaberu Eizou~" (Sengoku Hot Pot TV ~Footage Where You Can Somehow Learn History~) was a popular Japanese variety show that humorously presented historical figures and events, often in the style of idol groups or pop culture trends. One of its most iconic segments was "Nobunaga to Ranmaru," where Murai (as Oda Nobunaga) and Suzuki (as Mori Ranmaru) performed a parody song called "Atsumori 2011." Their reunion in this stage play is a major point of excitement for fans who have followed their careers since this beloved show.

"Kamen Rider Decade" is a popular Japanese tokusatsu (special effects) TV series, part of the extensive Kamen Rider franchise. Both Murai and Suzuki had roles in this series, further demonstrating their versatility and appeal across different entertainment genres.

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