Sakamoto
Sakamoto is a Japanese surname and placename. It is written 坂本 and commonly read Sakamoto. The kanji combine 坂 (saka) meaning slope or hill and 本 (moto) meaning origin or base, so the name is typically interpreted as “base of the slope” or “hill origin.” It is a common surname in Japan and appears in many regions, where it sometimes also designates localities or historical districts.
Notable people with the surname include Ryoma Sakamoto (1836–1867), a pivotal figure in the events leading to
Beyond individuals, Sakamoto also appears as a place name in several regions of Japan and is used