Movies with Kairi Jo

Kairi Jo is a rising star in Japanese cinema, captivating audiences with his raw emotional range and nuanced performances. Hailed as one of the most versatile young actors of his generation, Kairi Jo effortlessly embodies complex, layered characters that defy easy categorization. His breakout role as the troubled but endearing Shota in the Palme d'Or-winning film Shoplifters (2018) showcased his uncanny ability to find the humanity in society's forgotten. Whether playing a streetwise thief or a resourceful orphan like Ray in the acclaimed series The Promised Neverland (2020), Kairi Jo brings an unmistakable authenticity to each performance. His work is marked by a striking emotional honesty that allows him to inhabit a diverse array of roles, from heartwarming family dramas to thrilling supernatural tales like Ghost Book (2022). Beyond his acting prowess, Kairi Jo has also demonstrated his talents as a singer, further cementing his status as a multifaceted artist to watch in the years to come. With a string of critically lauded films already under his belt, including the quirky buddy comedy Best Friend (2025) and the whimsical Tom and Sawyer in the City (2021), Kairi Jo's star continues to rise, solidifying his place as one of the most compelling young actors shaping the future of Japanese cinema.