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Alice in Borderland Cast: Complete Guide to Every Season & Character

Liam Benjamin Bennett Brooks • 2026-06-25 • Reviewed by Ethan Collins

If you’ve been watching Alice in Borderland, the high-stakes games aren’t the only thing that keeps you hooked — it’s the characters caught in them. The Netflix series, adapted from Haro Aso’s manga, has assembled a cast that evolves with each season, with three seasons planned as of 2025.

Seasons aired: 2 ·
Total episodes: 16 ·
Main cast members (series regulars): 8 ·
Upcoming season: 3 (2025)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Nijirō Murakami’s return as Chishiya in season 3 not confirmed (Rotten Tomatoes season 3 page lists him with medium confidence)
  • Ayaka Miyoshi’s return as Ann not announced (Rotten Tomatoes season 3 page does not list Ann)
  • Dori Sakurada (Niragi) and Sho Aoyagi (Aguni) status unknown (Rotten Tomatoes season 3 page does not list them)
3Timeline signal
  • Season 1 premiered in 2020 (Netflix)
  • Season 2 premiered in 2022 (Netflix)
  • Season 3 announced; cast revealed in September 2025 (Netflix Tudum)
4What’s next
  • Season 3 cast: Yamazaki, Tsuchiya, Isomura confirmed (Netflix Tudum)
  • More casting announcements expected before 2025 release (Netflix Tudum)

Five key facts at a glance show the series’ foundation: originally a manga, streaming on Netflix, with two seasons out and a third coming.

Label Value
Original network Netflix (official series page)
Based on Manga by Haro Aso
First aired 2020
Number of seasons 2 (3rd forthcoming in 2025)
Language Japanese
Director Shinsuke Sato (IMDb full credits)

Who are the main cast members and which characters do they play in Alice in Borderland?

What character does Kento Yamazaki play?

  • Kento Yamazaki plays Ryohei Arisu, the protagonist. He is the lead character in all seasons (Netflix official page).

Who plays Usagi in Alice in Borderland?

  • Tao Tsuchiya plays Yuzuha Usagi, the female lead and Arisu’s partner (Rotten Tomatoes season 1).

Who plays Chishiya in Alice in Borderland?

  • Nijirō Murakami plays Shuntaro Chishiya, the coldly logical character. He appears in seasons 1 and 2 (Rotten Tomatoes season 1).

Bottom line: The core trio — Yamazaki, Tsuchiya, Murakami — anchored the first two seasons. For viewers invested in character arcs, the central relationships are the series’ emotional backbone.

What is the complete cast list for each season of Alice in Borderland?

Season 1 cast

The first season introduced the main players as ordinary people thrown into deadly games. According to Rotten Tomatoes (review aggregator), the principal cast includes:

  • Kento Yamazaki as Ryohei Arisu
  • Tao Tsuchiya as Yuzuha Usagi
  • Nijirō Murakami as Shuntaro Chishiya
  • Yuki Morinaga as Chota
  • Keita Machida as Karube

Season 2 cast

Season 2 retained the core group and added new contenders. Rotten Tomatoes season 2 page confirms the same lead five as season 1, plus new characters like Niragi (Dori Sakurada) and Aguni (Sho Aoyagi).

  • Kento Yamazaki as Arisu
  • Tao Tsuchiya as Usagi
  • Nijirō Murakami as Chishiya
  • Yuki Morinaga as Chota
  • Keita Machida as Karube
  • Dori Sakurada as Niragi (Rotten Tomatoes)
  • Sho Aoyagi as Aguni (Rotten Tomatoes)

Season 3 cast

The upcoming season brings back the two leads and adds at least one new face. Netflix Tudum (official news) announced:

  • Kento Yamazaki as Arisu (confirmed)
  • Tao Tsuchiya as Usagi (confirmed)
  • Hayato Isomura as Banda (new addition)
  • Other returning cast members not yet officially confirmed (Alice in Borderland Wiki provides speculative listings)

Bottom line: Season 3 marks a pivot: the core duo returns, but several fan-favorites like Chishiya and Ann are still uncertain. The addition of Banda signals new plot dynamics.

Where can I find an official cast list with photos for Alice in Borderland?

Cast list on IMDb

Cast list on Wikipedia

Netflix Tudum article

  • Netflix Tudum (official streaming news) covers season 3 cast with photos and behind-the-scenes details.

The implication: For the most authoritative and up-to-date information, Netflix Tudum is the primary source, while IMDb and Wikipedia offer comprehensive archival data.

Which actors play the key supporting roles in Alice in Borderland?

Who plays Ann?

  • Ayaka Miyoshi plays Ann, a supporting character who appears in both seasons 1 and 2 (Rotten Tomatoes season 1).

Who plays Niragi?

  • Dori Sakurada plays Niragi, a ruthless player introduced in season 2 (Rotten Tomatoes season 2).

Who plays Aguni?

  • Sho Aoyagi plays Aguni, a former soldier turned game master, also debuting in season 2 (Rotten Tomatoes season 2).

The pattern: Supporting characters in Alice in Borderland often have limited screen time but carry outsized narrative weight. Aguni and Niragi became fan favorites for their moral complexity.

Will the entire cast return for Alice in Borderland season 3?

Which main cast members are confirmed for season 3?

  • Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya are confirmed to return (Netflix Tudum).

Are there any new cast members in season 3?

  • Hayato Isomura joins as Banda (Netflix Tudum).

Status of other cast members

  • Nijirō Murakami (Chishiya), Ayaka Miyoshi (Ann), Dori Sakurada (Niragi), and Sho Aoyagi (Aguni) have not been officially announced. Rotten Tomatoes season 3 page currently lists them, but with medium confidence — the listing may be pre-filled from previous seasons.

The trade-off: Netflix’s strategy appears to be keeping the core duo while holding back other returns, likely to build suspense. Fans of Chishiya will have to wait for official confirmation.

Timeline of Alice in Borderland cast events

  • 2020: Season 1 premieres with Yamazaki, Tsuchiya, Murakami, Morinaga, Machida.
  • 2022: Season 2 premieres, adding Sakurada and Aoyagi; core five remain.
  • September 2025: Season 3 announced; cast reveal includes Yamazaki, Tsuchiya, and Isomura as Banda (Netflix Tudum).
The upshot

The cast’s evolution reflects the manga’s own structure: core survivors carry through, while new players shake up the dynamics. For the audience, the biggest draw remains the chemistry between Arisu and Usagi.

The pattern confirms that the series anchors on its lead duo while leaving room for fresh faces in each new season.

Confirmed facts

  • Kento Yamazaki as Arisu (Netflix)
  • Tao Tsuchiya as Usagi (Netflix)
  • Hayato Isomura as Banda (Netflix Tudum)

What’s unclear

  • Nijirō Murakami (Chishiya) — status in season 3 unconfirmed
  • Ayaka Miyoshi (Ann) — not yet announced
  • Dori Sakurada (Niragi) — no confirmation
  • Sho Aoyagi (Aguni) — no confirmation

Quotes from the cast and creators

“The journey continues for Arisu and Usagi as they face the new game master.”

— Netflix Tudum, official season 3 announcement (September 2025)

“Kento Yamazaki and Tao Tsuchiya will reprise their roles as Ryohei Arisu and Yuzuha Usagi in season 3.”

— RadioTimes (entertainment news)

Why this matters

The official confirmation from Netflix and coverage from RadioTimes underscore that the leads are the series’ anchor. Without their return, the show would lose its emotional center.

For fans eagerly awaiting season 3, the central question isn’t whether the games will be tougher — it’s which of the familiar faces will be playing them. The confirmed return of Arisu and Usagi guarantees continuity, but the fate of Chishiya, Ann, and others remains open. For loyal viewers, the recommendation is clear: rewatch seasons 1 and 2 to catch every breadcrumb, because season 3 will likely reward that attention. For now, the spotlight remains on Yamazaki and Tsuchiya as they lead the cast into season 3.

Fans looking for a detailed breakdown of every actor and character can refer to this complete cast guide for the full cast list.

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes per season?

Each of the first two seasons consists of 8 episodes, totaling 16 episodes so far.

Is the cast different from the manga?

Character names and core personalities align with the manga by Haro Aso, though some supporting roles are expanded or compressed for the screen.

Are there English voice actors for the dub?

Yes, Netflix provides an English dub cast. The English voice actors differ from the original Japanese cast; lookup specific actors on IMDb or Netflix.

Who is the director of Alice in Borderland?

Shinsuke Sato directed all episodes of seasons 1 and 2, and will return for season 3.

What is the age rating of the series?

The series is rated TV-MA in the US (mature content, violence, language).

Will season 3 be the final season?

Netflix has not confirmed whether season 3 will be the last. The manga ended with multiple story arcs, so there is source material for continuation.

Who is the blonde guy in Alice in Borderland?

The character with light hair is Chishiya, played by Nijirō Murakami.



Liam Benjamin Bennett Brooks

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