It was reported last month that the live action adaptation of the period manga and anime Rurouni Kenshin had been confirmed, lead by Takeru Sato. And finally, the actress who will play Kenshin's love interest had been revealed!

Actress Emi Takei (Taira no Kiyomori, Asuko March!) will play the role of Kaoru Kamiya, a teacher of the Kamiya Kasshin-ryū style, a swords style used to protect people. Otomo Keishi (Ryomaden), the director for the movie stated:

“Without a doubt, Takei-san is an actress who will become big. Even with an innocent face, she has the will for this work. I feel that she has the chance of becoming big by playing various roles. Along with her age (17), I couldn’t think of anyone else to play the role of Kaoru.”

Emi Takei answered:

“I am happy and excited, yet at the same time very nervous to star in the film adaptation of a comic loved by many people. For the filming, I am learning sword fighting and posture. I feel my spirit will be put in good shape by each and every one of these movements. With the teamwork of the staff and my co-stars, I want to make this a film everyone will enjoy. I want to challenge myself with all my might. Please look forward to it.”

The live action adaptation of Rurouni Kenshin is produced by Warner Bros. Picture Japan, and slated for summer 2012 release.

Source: natalie via tokyohive