Japanese movie stars born in 1930
Here are 10 famous actors from Japan were born in 1930:
Kinji Fukasaku
Kinji Fukasaku (July 3, 1930 Mito-January 12, 2003 Tokyo) also known as Fukasaku Kinji was a Japanese screenwriter, film director and actor. His child is called Kenta Fukasaku.
Fukasaku was born in Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. He began his career in the film industry at the age of 22, working as an assistant director for Toei Studios. He made his directorial debut in 1961 with the film "Wandering Detective: Black Wind in the Harbor."
Fukasaku is best known for his work in the yakuza film genre, notably with the "Battles Without Honor and Humanity" series from the 1970s. He also directed international hits such as "Battle Royale" in 2000. In addition to his work in film, Fukasaku also directed a number of television dramas.
Throughout his career, Fukasaku received several awards and honors for his contributions to the film industry, including the Purple Medal of Honor from the Japanese government in 1997. He passed away in 2003 in Tokyo at the age of 72.
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Eiji Maruyama
Eiji Maruyama (October 23, 1930 Tokyo-) also known as Maruyama Eiji, Yutaka Ogawa or Ogawa Yutaka is a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He started his career as a stage actor in the 1950s before transitioning to voice acting. Maruyama has lent his voice to a number of popular anime series including Naruto, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Sailor Moon, and Dragon Ball. He is also known for his work in video games such as Fatal Fury and Metal Gear Solid. In addition to his voice acting work, Maruyama has also appeared in numerous films and television dramas. He has received several awards for his contributions to the entertainment industry in Japan.
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Mahito Tsujimura
Mahito Tsujimura (April 14, 1930 Setagaya-) also known as Tsujimura Mahito, Masato Tsujimura or Tsujimura, M. is a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He started his career in the entertainment industry in the 1950s as a member of the Haiyuza Theatre Company. He then went on to become a prolific voice actor in anime, lending his voice to various characters in popular series such as "Dragon Ball Z", "One Piece", and "Naruto". He is also known for his work in Japanese dubs of foreign films, including the voice of Gandalf in "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. In addition to his voice acting work, Tsujimura has also appeared in a number of live-action films and television dramas. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards for his contributions to the entertainment industry, including the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2013 Seiyu Awards.
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Akiji Kobayashi
Akiji Kobayashi (September 26, 1930 Yodobashi, Tokyo-August 27, 1996 Aoba-ku, Yokohama) otherwise known as Shôji Kobayashi, Kobayashi Akiji, Shoji Kobayashi or Issei Mori was a Japanese actor and voice actor.
He began his career as a stage actor before transitioning into film and television. Kobayashi's most well-known film roles include "The Human Bullet" (1968), "Cops vs. Thugs" (1975), and "The Yakuza Papers" (1973-1974). He also voiced numerous characters in anime and video games, such as Captain Hook in the Japanese dub of Disney's "Peter Pan" (1953), and Professor Ochanomizu in the anime series "Astro Boy" (1963-1966). Kobayashi was highly respected in the Japanese film industry, and was awarded the Best Supporting Actor award at the 20th Japan Academy Prize for his role in the film "Tora-san's Island Encounter" (1985).
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Masashi Amenomori
Masashi Amenomori (July 24, 1930 Chiba Prefecture-April 9, 1984 Kawasaki) a.k.a. Masao Amenomori or Amenomori Masashi was a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He began his career in radio dramas in 1954, and soon after began dubbing foreign films into Japanese. Amenomori's voice became well-known for his roles in anime and tokusatsu productions, such as Ultraman, Kamen Rider, and Kaiketsu Zubat. Some of his most famous roles include the voice of Hayata in Ultraman and the voice of Shocker Great Leader in Kamen Rider. Outside of voice acting, Amenomori appeared in several films and TV dramas throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including Red Beard (1965) and Hissatsu! (1973). In 1979, he founded the talent agency Amenomori Production to support and cultivate new talent in the entertainment industry. Amenomori passed away in 1984 at the age of 53 due to an aortic aneurysm.
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Reizō Nomoto
Reizō Nomoto (September 17, 1930 Tokyo-July 7, 2006) also known as Nomoto Reizo, Reijiro Nomoto, Nomoto Reijiro, Reizou Nomoto or Reijirou Nomoto was a Japanese voice actor and actor.
Nomoto began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing on stage and in films such as "The Human Condition" trilogy (1959-1961) directed by Masaki Kobayashi. He later transitioned to voice acting, lending his distinctive voice to many iconic characters in anime and video games. Some of his notable roles include Esidisi in "JoJo's Bizarre Adventure", Watanabe in "Golgo 13", and Doctor Kureha in "One Piece". Nomoto also contributed to the dubbing of foreign films, providing the voice of Colonel Kilgore in the Japanese version of "Apocalypse Now" (1979). In addition to his voice work, Nomoto was also a prolific narrator, lending his voice to documentaries and educational programs. He passed away in 2006 at the age of 75.
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Ichirō Murakoshi
Ichirō Murakoshi (December 2, 1930 Tokyo Prefecture-May 23, 2007) a.k.a. Yoshikazu Murakoshi, Murakoshi Ichirō or Murakoshi Yoshikazu was a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He made his debut as a voice actor in 1962. Some of his notable roles include Professor Peabody in the Japanese dub of "Peabody's Improbable History", the Japanese dub of the Genie in Disney's "Aladdin" and the narrator in the popular television series "Dragon Ball". In addition to his voice acting work, Murakoshi also appeared in films and television dramas throughout his career. He was known for his smooth and versatile voice, and was highly respected within the industry. Murakoshi passed away in 2007 at the age of 76 due to heart failure.
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Hideaki Nitani
Hideaki Nitani (January 28, 1930 Maizuru-January 7, 2012 Shinjuku) otherwise known as Nitani Hidaki or Dump Truck Guy was a Japanese actor. His child is called Yurie Nitani.
Nitani began his acting career in the early 1950s and appeared in over 200 films and TV dramas, often playing tough guy roles. He gained popularity in the 1970s and 1980s with his portrayal of rough, no-nonsense characters, earning him the nickname "Dump Truck Guy" for his rugged appearance. His work in the Japanese film industry garnered critical acclaim and he received several awards throughout his career. In addition to his acting, Nitani also worked as a director and screenwriter for a number of films. He passed away in January 2012 at the age of 81 due to complications from pneumonia.
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Hajime Hana
Hajime Hana (February 9, 1930 Toshima-September 10, 1993) a.k.a. Nonomiya Sadao, Hana Hajime or Sadao Nonoyama was a Japanese actor and drummer.
Hajime Hana initially began his career as a drummer for a jazz band, but his love for acting led him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. He appeared in over 200 films throughout his career, working with some of Japan's most renowned directors, including Akira Kurosawa and Kinji Fukasaku. In addition to his work in film, Hana also appeared in several TV dramas and stage productions. He won several awards for his performances, including the Best Actor award at the Mainichi Film Awards in 1964. Hana was known for his versatile acting skills, playing a wide range of characters ranging from comedic to dramatic roles. He remained an active member of the entertainment industry until his passing in 1993, leaving behind a legacy as one of Japan's most prominent actors.
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Kousei Yagi
Kousei Yagi (February 13, 1930 Hyōgo Prefecture-) also known as Yagi Kōsei is a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He is best known for his roles in various anime shows and movies. Yagi began his career as a voice actor in the early 1960s and has since become one of Japan's most popular and respected voice actors. He has lent his voice to a wide range of characters, from heroic protagonists to sinister villains. Some of his most well-known roles include Kenzo Tenma in the anime series "Monster", Jūzō Okita in "Space Battleship Yamato", and Dr. Shuichiro Kudo in "Cardcaptor Sakura". Yagi has also appeared in live-action TV dramas and movies, showcasing his versatility as an actor. In addition to his work as a voice actor and actor, Yagi has also directed voice-over work for various anime series and films.
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