On December 16th 2023, the world lost a successful artist, Kenpachiro Satsuma, who was known as the "Suit Actor" for the Godzilla movie. According to social media posts from his family, Kenpachiro Satsuma died at the age of 76 due to interstitial pneumonia. Kenpachiro Satsuma first contracted this disease in November 2023.

Godzilla actor Kenpachiro Satsuma plays his iconic role in the Heisei era Godzilla movie series, bringing the giant monster to life with his striking costume. As a tribute, the official Godzilla account on Twitter expressed its condolences, thanking Kenpachiro Satsuma's dedication and contribution in creating the iconic Godzilla franchise.

A farewell ceremony for Kenpachiro Satsuma's family will be held, providing an opportunity for his friends and colleagues to remember and honor the great legacy he left behind.

Kenpachiro Satsuma, who was born in Kagoshima, initially worked in a steel factory before deciding to switch to acting. His famous role as a suit actor in a Godzilla costume started from the 1984 film Godzilla to the film Godzilla vs. Destoroyah in 1995.

Not only as an actor, Satsuma also doubles as a writer with several works, including "Godzilla no Nakami" (Inside Godzilla). This loss is a profound loss for Godzilla fans and the movie industry, leaving behind memories of his incredible contribution to shaping this iconic character.

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