Japanese movie stars died in 1975
Here are 2 famous actors from Japan died in 1975:
Daisuke Katō
Daisuke Katō (February 18, 1911 Asakusa, Tokyo-July 31, 1975) also known as Tokunosuke Katō, Katô Daisuke, Katō Tokunosuke, Ichikawa Enji, Daisake Kato or Gyû-chan was a Japanese actor. He had one child, Haruyuki Katō.
Daisuke Katō made his acting debut in 1927 with the Makino film company and went on to appear in over 500 films in his career. He became known for his roles in jidaigeki (period dramas), notably in the popular Zatoichi film series. He also had a successful career in television, appearing in several popular programs such as "Abarenbō Shōgun" and "Saiyūki". In addition to his acting career, Katō was also a well-known sumo wrestling commentator. He was posthumously awarded the Order of the Rising Sun in 1975.
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Masao Shimizu
Masao Shimizu (October 5, 1908 Shinjuku-October 5, 1975 Tokyo) a.k.a. Gen Shimizu was a Japanese actor.
He began his acting career in 1931 and quickly became a well-known and popular actor both in Japan and internationally. Shimizu appeared in over 300 films and is regarded as one of the most talented actors of his generation. His most notable roles include "Yojimbo" (1961), "Sanjuro" (1962), and "High and Low" (1963), all directed by Akira Kurosawa. In addition to his film work, Shimizu was a successful stage actor, appearing in numerous productions throughout his career. Despite his success, Shimizu remained humble and dedicated to the craft of acting until his death in 1975.
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