Japanese movie stars born in 1938
Here are 5 famous actresses from Japan were born in 1938:
Tura Satana
Tura Satana (July 10, 1938 Hokkaido-February 4, 2011 Reno) also known as Tura Luna Pascual Yamaguchi or Miss Japan Beautiful was a Japanese actor and exotic dancer. She had one child, Kalani Jurman.
Tura Satana gained fame and adoration for her iconic role as Varla in the 1965 film "Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!" which became a cult classic. She began her career as a showgirl in Los Angeles before venturing into films. Her striking looks and commanding on-screen presence established her as a trailblazer for Asian-American women in the entertainment industry. Satana was also a trained martial artist and worked as a bodyguard for Elvis Presley. Later in life, she became an advocate for victims of sexual violence and domestic abuse. She passed away in 2011 at the age of 72.
Manami Fuji
Manami Fuji (January 15, 1938 Mishima-) is a Japanese actor.
She made her acting debut in 1957 at age 19 with the film "Tiger of the Sea". From there, she went on to appear in over 60 films throughout the 1960s and 1970s, primarily in action and samurai films. Additionally, Fuji has also had a successful career in television, appearing in numerous popular dramas and variety shows. In 1997, she was awarded the Medal with Purple Ribbon for her contributions to Japanese culture and society. Today, she continues to act in films and TV dramas, and is considered a veteran of the Japanese entertainment industry.
Fujiko Kimura
Fujiko Kimura (July 5, 1938 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor.
Fujiko Kimura began her acting career in the late 1950s and gained prominence with her performance in the 1960 film "Shiroi Kyotō". She went on to act in numerous films and TV dramas and was known for her versatile acting skills. Kimura also ventured into voice acting and lent her voice to many animated characters. She won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 10th Japan Academy Prize for her role in the 1986 film "The Ballad of Narayama". In addition to her acting career, Kimura has also appeared on various Japanese TV shows as a guest and has served as a judge on several talent competitions. She is considered one of the most respected actresses in Japan and has a large fan following.
Masako Yagi
Masako Yagi (September 2, 1938 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor.
She started her acting career in 1955, making her debut in the Japanese film "Miyamoto Musashi: The Duel at Ichijoji Temple." She went on to appear in several other films and television dramas, becoming a well-known face in the entertainment industry. Yagi is particularly remembered for her roles in movies like "Kenju Bakuha" (1964) and "Kawaita Mizu" (1960). She was also part of the classic Japanese TV series "Shin Heike Monogatari" (1972–73). Throughout her career, Masako Yagi won several awards, including the Best Supporting Actress Award at the Mainichi Film Awards in 1965 for her role in "Kenju Bakuha". She retired from acting in 1994 but made a brief comeback in 2004, appearing in the drama series "Tokyo Love Cinema." Yagi remains one of the most respected actors of her generation in Japan.
Noriko Kitazawa
Noriko Kitazawa (March 15, 1938 Kyoto-) also known as Yukiko Moro is a Japanese actor.
She began her career in the entertainment industry as a child actress and went on to have a successful career as an adult actress, appearing in numerous films and television dramas. Some of her notable works include the films "Floating Clouds" (1955) and "The Human Condition" (1959-1961), as well as the television dramas "Hissatsu Shigotonin" (1973-1974) and "Tokugawa Ieyasu" (1983).
In addition to her work in acting, Kitazawa has also served as the director of the Kyoto International Film and Art Festival and is known for her commitment to preserving the cultural heritage of Kyoto. She has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to Japanese cinema and culture, including the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette in 2006.