Katsuo Yakura (January 11, 1975) is a Japanese politician who is a member of the House of Councillors of Japan.
He graduated from the University of Tokyo and from University of California, Los Angeles and has worked in various legal industries. He was elected in 2013 and 2019 representing Saitama Prefecture.
He was defeated in the 2025 House of Councillors election, placing fifth in the four-member district.