What kind of play is 'Kotenpest'?

It is a full-scale comedy, directed by Daiki Murakami, who boldly adapted and reworked Shakespeare's 'The Tempest'. It marks the debut of Shin'ya Kotegawa as the lead actor.

Who are the cast members?

The cast includes Shin'ya Kotegawa, Honami Suzuki, Jin Kataku, Tsubasa Sakayama, Ryō Matsuda, AOI, Yuki Izawa, Tachiko Tsuchimoto, Mayumi Sato, Tomoyuki Sonomura, and Tetsu Kugazawa.

Where will the performances take place?

The performances are scheduled to take place at Honjo Theater. For detailed dates and ticket information, please check future announcements.

Shinya Kote's First Starring Role! 'Ore mo Sorosoro Shakespeare Series' "Cotenpest" Key Visual Unveiled!

Published Mar 31, 2026 9:00 PM ・ Updated Jun 28, 2026 8:55 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

The key visual for "Cotenpest," the first production in the "Ore mo Sorosoro Shakespeare Series" starring actor Shinya Kote in his first leading role, has been released. This is a full-fledged comedy boldly adapted from Shakespeare's masterpiece "The Tempest" and written by Hiroki Murakami, director of the theater company "Sessha Munniel."

The key visual has been completed for "Cotenpest," the first starring role for actor Shinya Kote, who has made an overwhelming presence in numerous acclaimed works, and the first production in the "Ore mo Sorosoro Shakespeare Series"!!

Hiroki Murakami, the leader of the theater company "Sessha Munniel," launched the "Ore mo Sorosoro Shakespeare Series" for Shinya Kote's first starring role and as a "new challenge" for the two of them. The first production chosen is "Cotenpest," a new comedy written by Hiroki Murakami that boldly adapts and dramatizes Shakespeare's masterpiece "The Tempest."

**A never-before-seen revenge drama by a strong-featured, small-minded old man!? Key visual shooting revealed!**

Behind the scenes of the key visual shoot, where renowned actors active in various works, including Shinya Kote, Jin Katagiri, Tsubasa Sakiyama, Ryo Matsuda, AOI (WHITE SCORPION), Yuki Izawa, Touko Tsuchimoto, Mayumi Sato, Tomowo Tsumura (Modern Swimmers), Toru Kazagaya, and Honami Suzuki, seriously engaged in the shoot! Everyone put their bodies on the line (?!).

Please look forward to "Cotenpest," a full-fledged comedy that is sure to make you burst into laughter.

**"Key Visual Shooting Video - Serious Edition"**

https://youtu.be/75aF9bbavUY?si=dkC_o-M2XlbVMwZ

**"Key Visual Shooting Video - Core Strength Edition"**

https://youtu.be/0QFzP1cNDX8?si=Vh_9Fz_aB87Rvip-

Keywords: Shinya Kote, Hiroki Murakami, Cotenpest, Ore mo Sorosoro Shakespeare Series, Honami Suzuki, Jin Katagiri, Tsubasa Sakiyama, Ryo Matsuda, Honda Theater, Sessha Munniel

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