Japanese movie stars died in 2010
Here are 7 famous actors from Japan died in 2010:
Daisuke Gōri
Daisuke Gōri (February 8, 1952 Koto, Tokyo-January 17, 2010 Nakano, Tokyo) also known as Daisuke Gori, Yoshio Nagahori, Daisuke Gôsato, Daisuke Gouri, Daisuke Gohri, Daisuke Kyôri, Daisuke Gore, Gōri Daisuke, Nagahori Yoshio, Gōri or Daisuke Gôri was a Japanese actor, voice actor and narrator.
He was best known for his deep voice and for voicing popular anime and video game characters including Mr. Satan in Dragon Ball series, Dozle Zabi in Mobile Suit Gundam series, Heihachi Mishima in Tekken series, and Big the Cat in Sonic the Hedgehog series.
Aside from voice acting, Gōri also appeared in live-action films and television dramas. He was a member of the talent agency Aoni Production until his death in 2010 at the age of 57. His legacy in the voice acting industry lives on, with his iconic roles continuing to be beloved by fans worldwide.
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Nachi Nozawa
Nachi Nozawa (January 13, 1938 Tokyo Prefecture-October 30, 2010 Tokyo) also known as Yasutomo Nozawa, Shuji J. Nozawa, Shuji J.Nozawa, Nara Nozawa, Nozawa Nachi or Nozawa Yasutomo was a Japanese theatre director, voice actor and actor. He had one child, Soh Nozawa.
Nachi Nozawa was best known for his work in voice acting, having lent his voice to numerous anime characters throughout his career. Some of his most memorable roles include Inspector Zenigata in the Lupin III franchise, Doctor Hell in Mazinger Z, and Captain Hook in the Japanese dub of Disney's Peter Pan. Nozawa was also a prolific stage director, having worked on productions all over Japan and in other countries as well. In addition to his work in theatre and voice acting, Nozawa appeared in several films, including Akira Kurosawa's "Kagemusha" and Yoji Yamada's "Twilight Samurai." He was also known for his deep, distinctive voice, which garnered him a large fan following in Japan and around the world. Nozawa passed away in 2010 at the age of 72 due to a heart attack.
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Takeshi Watabe
Takeshi Watabe (March 21, 1936 Kōchi Prefecture-December 13, 2010 Japan) otherwise known as Watabe Takeshi, Masato Maeno or Takeshi Watade was a Japanese voice actor and actor.
He graduated from Nihon University College of Art and began his career in the entertainment industry in the 1960s. Watabe became well-known for his deep, commanding voice and his ability to play a wide range of characters from heroic to villainous. He starred in many popular anime series such as "Doraemon" and "Dragon Ball," as well as Japanese dubs of popular foreign films like "Star Wars" and "The Terminator." In addition to voice acting, he also appeared in numerous live-action movies and TV dramas. Watabe was highly respected in the industry and was recognized for his contributions with several awards, including the Kei Tomiyama Memorial Award in 2004. He passed away at the age of 74 due to pneumonia.
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Makoto Fujita
Makoto Fujita (April 13, 1933 Ikebukuro-February 17, 2010 Suita) a.k.a. Makoto Harada, 藤田 まこと, はらだ まこと, ふじた まこと, Fujita Makoto, 原田 眞, Harada Makoto, Haguretei Umanosuke or はぐれ亭馬之助 was a Japanese actor, comedian and singer. He had one child, Emiko Fujita.
Makoto Fujita became a household name in Japan in the 1950s and 1960s, when he was a popular television personality and comedian. He was known for his quick wit and his ability to make people laugh, and he appeared in numerous variety shows, TV dramas, and movies.
Fujita was also a talented singer and released several hit songs throughout his career, including "Kimi Koishi" and "Ai no Blues."
In addition to his work in entertainment, Fujita was also active in politics. He ran for office several times, beginning in 1968 when he ran for a seat in the Japanese House of Councillors. Despite his popularity, he was never successful in winning an election.
Fujita continued to work in the entertainment industry until his death in 2010, at the age of 76. He was remembered fondly by fans and fellow performers alike for his humor, talent, and contributions to Japanese popular culture.
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Ryō Ikebe
Ryō Ikebe (February 11, 1918 Ōta, Tokyo-October 8, 2010 Tokyo) also known as Ikebe Ryō, いけべ りょう or 池部 良 was a Japanese actor.
He began his acting career in the late 1930s and appeared in over 160 films throughout his career. Ikebe's most notable films include "The Rickshaw Man" (1958), "The Human Condition" (1959-1961), and "Red Beard" (1965). He also appeared in numerous television dramas and was a popular figure in Japanese entertainment throughout the 1950s and 1960s. In addition to his acting career, Ikebe was also a prolific author, writing over 100 books on various topics, including film and music. He was a recipient of the Order of the Rising Sun, 4th Class, in recognition of his contributions to the arts.
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Kei Sato
Kei Sato (December 21, 1928 Aizuwakamatsu-May 2, 2010 Setagaya) a.k.a. Keinosuke Sato, Satō Kei, 佐藤慶 or Kei Satô was a Japanese actor and voice actor.
He was born in Aizuwakamatsu, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. Sato was known for his versatile acting skills and appeared in over 100 films and television dramas throughout his career. He rose to prominence in the 1960s with his roles in films such as "The Human Condition" and "Pigs and Battleships". He also appeared in internationally acclaimed films such as "Kwaidan" and "Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence". In addition to his work in film, Sato was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to numerous anime and video game characters. He was awarded the Medal with Purple Ribbon in 1993 and the Order of the Rising Sun, 4th Class, Gold Rays with Rosette in 2010 for his contributions to Japan's entertainment industry.
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Kei Tani
Kei Tani (February 22, 1932 Ōta, Tokyo-September 11, 2010 Mitaka) also known as Yasuo Watabe, Tani Kei, 谷 啓, 渡部 泰雄, Watabe Yasuo, わたべ やすお, たに けい or Tanikei was a Japanese comedian, actor and musician.
He first gained popularity in the 1950s as a member of the comedy duo, "The Crazy Cats," alongside his partner Hajime Hana. Besides his successful career in comedy, Kei Tani also starred in a number of films, including "Drifters," "The Insect Woman," and "Tokyo Drifter." He was also known for his skills as a musician and played the saxophone and clarinet in his own jazz band. Later in life, he became a professor at the Nihon University College of Art and opened his own acting school, where he trained a new generation of actors and performers.
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