Japanese movie stars died in 1970
Here are 6 famous actors from Japan died in 1970:
Kenichi Enomoto
Kenichi Enomoto (October 11, 1904 Aoyama, Minato, Tokyo-January 7, 1970) also known as Kenichi 'Enoken' Enomoto, Enomoto Ken’ichi, Enoken, The King of Comedy or Eno-Ken was a Japanese comedian and actor.
Enomoto began his career in entertainment as a stage performer in the 1920s before transitioning to film. He appeared in over 200 films throughout his career, often portraying comedic or slapstick characters. Some of his most notable film roles were in the popular Tora-san series and the Hakuchi film series.
Enomoto was a beloved figure in Japanese entertainment and was known for his high-energy performances and zany humor. He also pursued a career in music, recording several popular songs.
In addition to his work in entertainment, Enomoto was also an avid baseball player and enthusiast. He was involved in the management of a professional baseball team in Japan and was heavily involved in the sport.
Enomoto passed away in 1970 at the age of 65, but his legacy as one of Japan's most iconic and beloved comedians continues to live on.
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Tomu Uchida
Tomu Uchida (April 26, 1898 Okayama-August 7, 1970 Japan) otherwise known as Tomu, Uchida Tomu or Tsunejirō Uchida was a Japanese film director, screenwriter and actor.
He started his career as a stage actor and worked in the theater before transitioning into film. He went on to direct over 70 films, many of which are considered important works of Japanese cinema. Uchida's films often explored themes of social justice and the struggle against oppressive systems. Some of his notable films include "A Bloody Spear at Mount Fuji," "Madame Aki" and "Love and Faith." Uchida was also known for his technical innovations and his use of sound and music in his films. In addition to his work in film, he also wrote several books about Japanese cinema. Today, Uchida is recognized as one of the most important figures in the history of Japanese cinema.
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Tetsu Komai
Tetsu Komai (April 23, 1894 Kumamoto-August 10, 1970 Gardena) was a Japanese actor.
He appeared in over 200 Japanese films from the silent era to the post-World War II era. He often played supporting roles in the films of Yasujiro Ozu, such as "Tokyo Story" and "Late Spring". He was also a well-known stage actor in Japan. After the war, he emigrated to the United States where he continued his acting career in Hollywood. He appeared in films such as "The Man with the Golden Arm" and "The Old Man and the Sea".
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Ryūnosuke Tsukigata
Ryūnosuke Tsukigata (March 18, 1902 Misato-August 30, 1970) a.k.a. 月形 龍之介, 門田 潔人, 月形 竜之介, 月形 龍之助, 中村 東鬼蔵, 門田 東鬼蔵, 月形 陽候, つきがた はるさぶろう, Tokizo Nakamura, Nakamura Tokizo, Kiyoto Monden, Monden Tokizo, Harusaburo Tsukigata, Tokizo Monden, Tsukigata Ryūnosuke, Monden Kiyoto, Tsukigata Harusaburo or Ryunosuke Tsukigata was a Japanese actor. He had one child, Tetsunosuke Tsukigata.
Ryūnosuke Tsukigata was born in Misato, Hiki-gun, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. He began his acting career in 1927, with his debut film "Gunchō Tsuma Kurabe". He appeared in more than 300 films during his career which spanned over four decades. Tsukigata was known for his versatile acting skills, and he played a wide range of roles from samurai to police officers. He was particularly renowned for his performances in jidaigeki (period dramas) and yakuza films. One of his most famous roles was as the ruthless Police Detective Tajima in Akira Kurosawa's "Stray Dog" (1949).
Tsukigata was also a director, and he directed a few films in the 1950s. He was awarded the Medal with Purple Ribbon, the Order of the Sacred Treasure (5th class), and the Order of the Rising Sun (4th class) for his contributions to Japanese cinema. He passed away on August 30, 1970, at the age of 68.
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Ureo Egawa
Ureo Egawa (May 7, 1902 Yokohama-May 20, 1970) otherwise known as Furetsu Nishiyama or Willy was a Japanese actor and film director.
He began his acting career in the early 1920s and quickly gained popularity for his performances in a number of silent films. As he progressed in his career, Egawa transitioned to directing and went on to direct several successful films, including "The Lady Pioneers" and "The Sister of Mercy".
In 1937, Egawa was drafted into the Japanese Imperial Army and served as a captain in World War II. After the war, he continued working in the film industry and also became a television personality. Egawa died in 1970 at the age of 68. His contributions to the film industry in Japan have earned him a place in the country's cinema history as one of its greatest stars.
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Haruo Oka
Haruo Oka (January 12, 1916 Chiba Prefecture-May 19, 1970) a.k.a. Tatsuo Sasaki was a Japanese singer and actor.
He was a popular enka singer in the 1950s and acted in films and television dramas throughout the 1960s. Oka started his career as a singer in 1940, but during World War II, he was conscripted into the Japanese army and served in China. After the war, he resumed his music career and became one of the most successful enka singers of his time. Some of his most popular songs include "Tokyo Banka" and "Onna no Michi." As an actor, he appeared in more than thirty films, including "Tokyo Twilight" directed by Yasujirō Ozu. Unfortunately, Oka died at the age of 54 due to liver disease. His contributions to Japanese music and cinema continue to be celebrated to this day.
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