Kôen Kondô is a Japanese actor known for his intense and versatile presence, often associated with bolder Japanese auteur cinema and genre films. He has frequently collaborated with directors like Sion Sono and Takashi Miike, becoming a recurring face in their works. Among his most memorable roles are those in Sono's *Love Exposure* (2008) and *Cold Fish* (2010), and Miike's *Ichi the Killer* (2001) and *Audition* (1999). Kondô has distinguished himself in portraying complex characters, often eccentric, disturbing, or morally ambiguous. His ability to convey unease and intensity has made him an acclaimed character actor in the Japanese cinematic landscape, ideal for roles requiring a strong psychological and visceral charge.