Japanese movie stars died in 2005
Here are 3 famous actors from Japan died in 2005:
Kihachi Okamoto
Kihachi Okamoto (February 17, 1924 Yonago-February 19, 2005 Tama-ku, Kawasaki) a.k.a. Kihachiro Okamoto was a Japanese film director, screenwriter and actor. His child is called Mami Okamoto.
Okamoto was known for his unique and versatile style, often blending elements of action, drama, and comedy in his films. He began his career in the film industry in the 1950s, working as an assistant director before directing his first feature, "Desperado Outpost," in 1959.
One of Okamoto's most famous films is "Sword of Doom" (1966), which is widely considered one of the greatest samurai films ever made. He also directed "Kill!" (1968), a satirical take on the samurai genre, and "Battle of Okinawa" (1971), a war film based on his own experiences as a soldier during World War II.
In addition to his work in film, Okamoto also wrote several books, including an autobiography in which he reflected on his experiences as a soldier during the war. He continued to work in the film industry until his death in 2005 at the age of 81.
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Toku Nishio
Toku Nishio (September 12, 1939 Gifu Prefecture-July 19, 2005) also known as Nishio Toku was a Japanese actor and voice actor.
He began his career as an actor in 1964 and appeared in numerous films and television dramas throughout his career. However, he is best known for his voice acting work, particularly in anime. He lent his voice to many popular anime series such as "Neon Genesis Evangelion," "Dragon Ball Z," and "One Piece." He also provided the voice for the character of Captain Hook in the Japanese dub of Disney's "Peter Pan." Nishio was known for his distinctive voice and his ability to bring depth and nuance to his performances. He passed away in 2005 at the age of 65.
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Jun Negami
Jun Negami (September 20, 1923 Nakano, Tokyo-October 24, 2005 Shinjuku) also known as Fujio Mori or Negami Jun was a Japanese actor.
He began his career as a stage actor, but eventually transitioned into film and television. Negami is best known for his roles in popular Japanese dramas and films such as "Oshin" and "Nemuri Kyoshiro." He also appeared in several Hollywood productions, including "Empire of the Sun" and "Black Rain." In addition to his acting career, Negami was also involved in music and released several albums during his lifetime. He was a highly respected figure in the Japanese entertainment industry and was awarded the Purple Ribbon Medal of Honor for his contributions to the arts in 1996.
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