 In the live-action film series adapting "Rurouni Kenshin", Sanosuke is portrayed by Munetaka Aoki.Among the "Rurouni Kenshin" reader base Sanosuke has been popular, having ranked second in every "Shonen Jump" popularity poll of the series and also ranked fifth in the "Kenshin's Biggest Rival" poll featuring all of Kenshin's opponents.Merchandise based on Sanosuke has been released, including sweat bands, keychains, and plush dolls.