Japanese movie stars died in 1999
Here are 3 famous actors from Japan died in 1999:
Minoru Chiaki
Minoru Chiaki (April 28, 1917 Bifuka-November 1, 1999 Fuchu) also known as Katsuharu Sasaki, Katsuji Sasaki or Chiaki Minoru was a Japanese actor. His child is called Katsuhiko Sasaki.
Minoru Chiaki appeared in over 200 films and television dramas throughout his career, gaining a reputation as one of Japan's most prolific and versatile actors. He worked with some of Japan's most celebrated filmmakers, including Akira Kurosawa, Yasujirō Ozu, and Ishirō Honda. Chiaki's most notable roles include his portrayal of a bandit in Kurosawa's "Seven Samurai" and a private detective in Ozu's "Tokyo Twilight". He also appeared in several Godzilla films, playing different characters in each one. Despite his success as an actor, Chiaki remained humble and was known for his kindness and generosity.
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Shinsuke Ashida
Shinsuke Ashida (March 14, 1917 Matsue-January 9, 1999 Tokyo) a.k.a. Yoshimichi Ashida, 蘆田 義道, Ashida Yoshimichi, Ashida Shinsuke, あしだ しんすけ, あしだ よしみち or 芦田 伸介 was a Japanese actor. His child is called .
Ashida started his acting career in the 1943 film "Farewell Rabaul" and went on to appear in over 300 films, including "The Human Condition," "Samurai Assassin," and "The Bad Sleep Well." He was also known for his roles in TV dramas such as "Kikaida" and "Akai Unmei."
In addition to acting, Ashida was also a director and producer. He directed films such as "The Day the Sun Rose," which won an award at the Cannes Film Festival in 1953, and "The Age of Assassins."
Ashida was recognized for his contributions to Japanese cinema with numerous awards, including the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette in 1997. He passed away in 1999 at the age of 81.
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Utaemon Ichikawa
Utaemon Ichikawa (February 25, 1907 Marugame-September 16, 1999 Tateyama) also known as Ichikawa Utaemon, Zen'nosuke Asai or Asai Zen'nosuke was a Japanese actor. He had one child, Kin'ya Kitaōji.
Utaemon Ichikawa was a prominent Kabuki actor in Japan and was considered one of the most important actors of the 20th century. He came from a long line of Kabuki actors and was the 11th person in his family to hold the Ichikawa name. He started his career at a young age and made his debut in Tokyo in 1922. Utaemon was known for his unique voice and versatile acting skills, which earned him a loyal following. He starred in over 230 Kabuki plays throughout his career and was awarded the Order of Culture in 1965. Utaemon also appeared in several films including "Samurai Trilogy" and "The Life of Oharu". He continued to perform until his death at the age of 92.
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