Actor killed with samurai sword during play rehearsal

An actor has died after being stabbed in the stomach with a samurai sword during a play rehearsal.

Witnesses described Daigo Kashino groaning and doubling over after being struck with the 28-inch weapon on Monday.

The 33-year-old was rushed to hospital after the incident in Tokyo but died hours later.

Japanese police are now investigating whether Mr Kashino's death was accidental or murder.

It was reported that no one actually saw the attack.