Japanese movie stars died in 1959
Here are 5 famous actors from Japan died in 1959:
Nakamura Tokizō III
Nakamura Tokizō III (June 6, 1895 Osaka-July 12, 1959) also known as Ogawa Yonekichiro, Tokizō Nakamura III, Yonekichiro Ogawa, Nakamura Yonekichi or Yonekichi Nakamura was a Japanese actor. He had five children, Yorozuya Kinnosuke, Katsuo Nakamura, Tokizo Nakamura IV, Kasho Nakamura II and Nakamura Shidō I.
Nakamura Tokizō III was a renowned kabuki actor who specialized in playing male roles (tachiyaku). He was born in Osaka and was the son of a kabuki actor, Nakamura Tokizō II. He made his stage debut at the age of four and became a professional kabuki actor at the age of ten. He was renowned for his powerful and expressive acting style, and his performances were marked by his deep understanding of the roles he played.
Nakamura Tokizō III was known for his outstanding performances in many kabuki plays, including "Kanjincho," "Sugawara Denju Tenarai Kagami," and "Narukami Fudo Kitayama Zakura." His portrayals of historical and legendary characters were particularly celebrated, and he was recognized as one of the greatest kabuki actors of his time.
Apart from his successful career in kabuki, Nakamura Tokizō III also appeared in a number of films, including "Jigoku" (1930) and "The Life of Oharu" (1952). He received numerous accolades throughout his career, including the Order of Cultural Merit in 1950.
While his legacy continues through his well-known actor children, it is worth noting that Nakamura Tokizō III's contributions to the kabuki theatre continue to inspire many actors today.
Kasetsu Kanze
Kasetsu Kanze (November 14, 1884 Tokyo-January 6, 1959) also known as 織雄, かんぜ かせつ, Kanze Kasetsu, 観世銕之亟 清実, 六世 観世銕之丞, 観世 華雪, Kanze Tetsunojo VI or 清実 was a Japanese actor. He had one child, Toshiya.
Kasetsu Kanze was especially known for his expertise in the traditional Japanese performing art of Noh theater. He was a member of the prestigious Kanze school of Noh and had received extensive training in Noh acting, dance, and music from a young age. He made his professional debut in Noh theater in 1909 and went on to perform many classic Noh plays throughout his career.
Apart from his acting career, Kanze was also interested in preserving and promoting Japanese traditional culture. He worked as a professor at the Tokyo University of the Arts, where he taught Noh acting to a new generation of performers. He was also involved in the restoration of historic Noh theaters and the publication of books on Noh theater and Japanese culture.
In recognition of his contributions to Japanese culture, Kanze was awarded many honors and accolades during his lifetime. He received the Order of Culture in 1951 and was designated a Living National Treasure in 1955. Today, he is remembered as one of the greatest Noh actors of the 20th century and a cultural icon in Japan.
Toyo Fujita
Toyo Fujita (July 16, 1893 Japan-July 25, 1959 Santa Clara) was a Japanese actor.
Toyo Fujita began his acting career in Japan in the 1920s, appearing in numerous stage productions and silent films. He was known for his versatility, playing a wide range of roles from heroic leads to comedic supporting characters. In 1932, he moved to the United States and continued his acting career in the American film industry. He appeared in over 50 films, often playing stereotypical Japanese characters such as villains or servants. Despite this, he was highly regarded for his acting abilities and was praised for his performances. Outside of acting, Fujita was also an accomplished artist who created traditional Japanese paintings and calligraphy. He passed away in 1959 in Santa Clara, California, at the age of 66.
Shinichi Himori
Shinichi Himori (January 10, 1907 Tokyo-September 12, 1959) a.k.a. Shin'ichi Himori or Kazuo Moriyama was a Japanese actor.
Shinichi Himori began his acting career in the 1920s and quickly became known for his versatile and naturalistic performances. He appeared in over 100 films throughout his career, as well as on stage and in radio dramas. In addition to his acting work, he was also a successful writer and director, and his contributions to Japanese cinema were recognized with numerous awards and honors. Himori's life was tragically cut short when he died from a heart attack at the young age of 52. Despite his relatively short career, he left an indelible mark on Japanese cinema and is remembered as one of the country's most talented and influential actors.
Teiji Takahashi
Teiji Takahashi (October 20, 1926 Tokyo-November 3, 1959 Yokohama) was a Japanese actor.
He was born in Tokyo and made his acting debut in 1947 with the film "Ahen senso" ("Hazy Life"). He appeared in numerous films throughout his career, including "Ichimai no hagaki" ("A Postcard"), "Joiuchi: Hairyo tsuma shimatsu" ("Rebel Genroku"), and "Yagyu ichizoku no imbou" ("The Yagyu Clan Conspiracy"). Takahashi was especially known for his roles in jidaigeki (samurai dramas). In addition to acting, he was also a talented singer and performed in several musical revues. Sadly, Takahashi died at the young age of 33 from liver cancer in Yokohama. He left behind a legacy as a prominent actor during the Golden Age of Japanese Cinema.