Masaharu Fukuyama Revealed to be Kenshin's Teacher Seijuro Hiko

Actor Masaharu Fukuyama has been revealed via a leak to be the teacher of Kenshin Himura (Takeru Satoh) in the two Rurouni Kenshin films.

The Rurouni Kenshin facebook page adds: "A t-shirt meant as a gift for the Rurouni Kenshin movie staff apparently reveals the name of the much anticipated actor portraying Hiko Seijuro, Kenshin's master, in the live action sequels this year."

Other notable films and TV series under Fukuyama's belt include - Galileo, Suspect X and in adorable twist of events, Doraemon: Nobita and the New Steel Troops: Angel Wings.

Rurounin Kenshin: The Great Kyoto Fire will be shown in Japan August 1.