Inside 'House of Ninjas': A Deep Dive with Kento Kaku & Dave Boyle | Up Your Geek Spotlight

Welcome to 'Up Your Geek: Spotlight,' where we shine a light on the creators and stories that are pushing the boundaries of geek pop culture and entertainment. Today, we're diving into the shadows and behind-the-scenes magic of the eagerly anticipated Netflix series, 'House of Ninjas.' A captivating mix of action, family drama, and hidden secrets, this series resurrects the ancient art of ninjutsu in a modern-day setting, revealing a tale of a once-formidable ninja family drawn back into the clandestine world they had left behind.

With us are two pivotal figures behind this enthralling project: Kento Kaku, the creative mind, co-executive producer, and star of the series, alongside Dave Boyle, the skilled writer-director who has navigated this cross-cultural journey with finesse and insight.

Kento Kaku, celebrated for his versatile roles in Japanese cinema and television, initially sparked the idea for 'House of Ninjas' during the global quiet of the coronavirus lockdown. Dreaming of a narrative that blends the mystique of traditional ninja culture with the intricacies of contemporary life, Kaku's vision set the stage for what promises to be a groundbreaking series. Dave Boyle, with his unique ability to bridge diverse cultures and stories, embraced the challenge, bringing to the project his profound appreciation for Japanese history and a narrative style that respects both action and depth.

In today's episode of 'Up Your Geek: Spotlight,' we're sitting down with Kento and Dave to explore the inspirations behind 'House of Ninjas,' the adventures and hurdles of translating such a dynamic concept to the screen, and the personal odysseys they've navigated throughout the creation of this series. Join us as we delve into the heart of 'House of Ninjas,' a story about the bonds that tie us, the secrets that define us, and the shadows in which we move.

Synopsis of "House of Ninjas"
"House of Ninjas" explores the intriguing premise of ninjas not only surviving but thriving in contemporary society. It follows the Tawara family, the last of the ninja clans, who have turned their backs on their heritage following a mission that didn't go as planned. However, when an unforeseen crisis emerges, the family is compelled to reunite and embrace their ancestral ways once more.

Cast: Kento Kaku, Yosuke Eguchi, Tae Kimura, Kengo Kora, Aju Makita, Riho Yoshioka, Nobuko Miyamoto, Tomorowo Taguchi, Tokio Emoto, Pierre Taki, Kyusaku Shimada, Mariko Tsutsui, Tenta Banka

Based on a Story by: Kento Kaku, Yoshiaki Murao, Takafumi Imai
Director: Dave Boyle
Written by: Dave Boyle, Masahiro Yamaura, Kota Oura, Kanna Kimura
Executive Producer: Yoshihiro Sato (Netflix)
Producer: Akira Kanbe
Production: TOHO Studio
Produced by: Netflix


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