How ‘Sakamoto Days’ Stands Out from Its ‘John Wick’ Inspiration
Sakamoto Days might be inspired by films like John Wick and The Equalizer, but it stands out with an undeniable appeal.
Sakamoto Days and its story might feel familiar to Western audiences. The anime follows Toru Sakamoto (Tomokazu Sugita), a quiet, stoic father who runs a convenience store alongside his wife, Aoi (Nao Tōyama), as they try to live a peaceful, suburban life. There’s only one catch — Toru was formerly the deadliest assassin in the world and now has to deal with the irresistible bounty on his head, as well as the countless hitmen sent to kill him by the Yakuza.
