Yukio Hirayama

Resembling the legendary Akagi, this skilled mahjong player is discovered by Yasuoka, who deceptively presents him to the Kawada yakuza syndicate as the true Akagi Shigeru. While he possesses an impressive mastery of the game, his approach is defined by cold calculations and a reliance on memory rather than intuition. Ultimately, he lacks the daring spirit and raw courage necessary to commit to a high-stakes, true gamble.