Shin Koyamada (born March 10, 1982) is a Japanese-American actor, producer, and philanthropist who achieved international stardom with his debut film role as Nobutada in the epic blockbuster The Last Samurai (2003) alongside Tom Cruise. Following this breakout success, he became a prominent figure in the Disney Channel ecosystem, starring in the action-adventure movie Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior (2006) and participating in the Disney Channel Games, which solidified his popularity with global youth audiences. A highly skilled martial artist with black belts in multiple disciplines, including Karate and Tae Kwon Do, Koyamada is known for performing his own stunts and integrating traditional Japanese bushido values into his physical performances.
