Travis Japan’s Umi (Kaito Nakamura) Cast as David in Disney’s Lilo & Stitch

After a few days of buzzing rumors… it’s official:
Travis Japan’s Kaito “Umi” Nakamura is joining the Disney family as a voice actor in the live-action movie “Lilo & Stitch”!!

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That’s right — our very own Umi (yes, his nickname literally means “sea“!) will be lending his warm, low-toned voice to none other than David, the kind-hearted (and handsome) surfer who lovingly watches over sisters Lilo and Nani. 🏄‍♂️✨

The movie, set to hit theaters in Japan on June 6, brings Disney’s beloved story of family, love, and a very mischievous alien fully to life. And get this — a special clip from the Japanese dubbed version has already been released, featuring Umi’s voice as David, getting adorably dragged into Lilo’s chaotic adventures!

For Umi, this role is extra special. True to the meaning behind his given name, “Kaito” (海人; characters for ‘sea’ and ‘person’), he’s been close to the sea growing up, surrounded by family who wished for him to have a heart “as wide as the ocean.” It feels almost destined that he’d one day voice a character like David — a gentle, caring surfer with a hidden crush on Nani. 🌊💙

Because of his name and background, he is affectionately nicknamed “Uminchu” (child of the sea), from which his official nickname “Umi” is derived.

And talk about timing: Umi got the surprise news that he landed the role just before hitting the stage for a Travis Japan concert—much like when Genta received his news for Mufasa! Imagine being backstage, getting that news, and then high-fiving all your members in pure celebration?! Talk about a perfect ohana moment!

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This is his very first voice acting role, following in the footsteps of Genta, who voiced Taka in The Lion King: Mufasa last year.

Umi shared, “I’m so happy to continue after Genta! I watched Lilo & Stitch all the time as a kid — my first stuffed animal from the Disney Store was actually Stitch! I’ll do my best to bring David to life with my voice and help make the movie unforgettable. Please come see it!”

Mark your calendars: June 6 — ohana means family, and family means supporting Umi’s epic Disney debut together! 🏄‍♂️🐾✨

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