# Genta Matsuda filming ‘Hadakanbou-tachi’ drama

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/genta-matsuda-filming-hadakanbou-tachi-drama
> Updated: 2026-09-16T22:12:31.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Genta Matsuda, a member of Travis Japan, has begun filming the TV Asahi drama series ‘Hadakanbou-tachi’ in Tokyo. The series is a live-action adaptation of a novel by Kaori Ekuni and follows a bespoke shoemaker named Ryo Sabazaki.

To prepare for the role, Matsuda underwent intensive training under master shoemaker Noriyuki Misawa to learn traditional leather shoe production techniques, such as measuring, cutting, and sewing. Misawa is also serving as the production supervisor for footwear and movement in the series. The drama is scheduled to premiere on October 3.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-16: Genta Matsuda trains with master shoemaker for new drama role

Travis Japan's Genta Matsuda trained under world-class shoemaker Noriyuki Misawa to prepare for his lead role in the upcoming TV Asahi drama ‘Hadakanbou-tachi’.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/genta-matsuda-trains-with-master-shoemaker-for-new-drama-role

### 2026-09-13: Genta Matsuda begins filming ‘Hadakanbou-tachi’ in Tokyo

Genta Matsuda of Travis Japan has begun filming the TV Asahi drama ‘Hadakanbou-tachi’ in Tokyo, an adaptation of Kaori Ekuni’s novel set to premiere on October 3.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/genta-matsuda-begins-filming-hadakanbou-tachi-in-tokyo

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