Japanese movie stars born in 1915
Here are 7 famous actresses from Japan were born in 1915:
Takiko Mizunoe
Takiko Mizunoe (February 20, 1915 Otaru-November 16, 2009 Kanagawa Prefecture) a.k.a. Umeko Miura was a Japanese actor and film producer.
She started her acting career in the early 1930s when she was scouted by the film studio Shochiku. She was quickly cast in a number of films and became a popular actress during the 1930s and 1940s. In the 1950s, Mizunoe started her own production company and began producing films, including the critically acclaimed "Koi no Kisetsu" in 1956. She also acted in a number of her own productions, including the 1960 film "Mikkai". In addition to her film career, Mizunoe was a trained classical pianist and frequently played at charity events. After retiring from film production in the 1970s, she became a Buddhist nun and devoted her life to charitable causes.
Nobuko Fushimi
Nobuko Fushimi (October 10, 1915 Asakusa, Tokyo-) also known as Fushimi Nobuko, 伏見 信子, 伏見 延子 or ふしみ のぶこ is a Japanese actor. She has one child, Wakako Fukuda.
Nobuko Fushimi was a prominent Japanese actress who rose to fame during the 1930s and continued to work in the entertainment industry for several decades. She made her debut as an actress in 1932 with the film "Koi no Tsumi" and went on to appear in over 100 films throughout her career.
Fushimi was known for her versatility as an actress and was often cast in a wide range of roles, from romantic leads to more dramatic and challenging characters. Some of her most notable films include "Miyamoto Musashi" (1944), "Tokyo Twilight" (1957), and "The Human Bullet" (1968).
Aside from her work in film, Fushimi also appeared in numerous stage productions and television dramas. In addition to her successful career as an actress, she was also a devoted mother to her daughter Wakako Fukuda.
Nobuko Fushimi remained a beloved figure in the Japanese entertainment industry until her passing in 1993 at the age of 77.
Reiko Hoshi
Reiko Hoshi (January 2, 1915 Tokyo-October 24, 2003) also known as 星 玲子, Kotoko Tada, 多田 琴子, ただ ことこ, Tada Kotoko, Hoshi Reiko or ほし れいこ was a Japanese actor.
She began her acting career in the 1930s and appeared in over 150 films throughout her career. Hoshi was known for her versatility and played roles in a variety of genres, including drama, comedy, and action films. She won numerous awards for her acting, including the Best Actress award at the 3rd Blue Ribbon Awards for her performance in the film "The Boss' Wife".
Hoshi was also a prolific stage actress and appeared in many theatrical productions throughout her career. She was known for her skill in both traditional Japanese theater and contemporary plays.
In addition to her work in film and theater, Hoshi was a prominent voice actor and provided the voice for characters in many popular anime series, including "Astro Boy" and "Doraemon".
Hoshi continued to work in the entertainment industry well into her 80s, and was recognized as one of Japan's most beloved and respected actors.
Yoshie Minami
Yoshie Minami (October 5, 1915 Hiroshima-August 6, 2010 Yokohama) a.k.a. Yoshi'e Minami, みなみ よしえ, Minami Yoshie, Nanba Fusae, 南 美江, 美空 暁子, Fusae Nanba, 南波 房江 or なんば ふさえ was a Japanese actor.
Born in Hiroshima in 1915, Minami began her career in the entertainment industry in 1932 as a stage actress. She made her film debut in 1935 and went on to appear in over 200 films throughout her career. Her most iconic roles were in Yasujiro Ozu's "Tokyo Twilight" and "Equinox Flower". Minami was also a talented singer and recorded several songs, including "Kojo no Tsuki" which became a hit in Japan. In addition to her acting career, Minami was also a philanthropist and founded a nursing school in 1983. She passed away in Yokohama in 2010 at the age of 94.
Kumeko Otowa
Kumeko Otowa (July 8, 1915 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor.
Kumeko Otowa was born in Tokyo, Japan, in 1915. She began her acting career in the 1930s and quickly became one of Japan's most prominent actresses of her time. Otowa is known for her captivating performances in several classic Japanese films, including "Sansho the Bailiff" (1954) and "Ugetsu" (1953), both of which received critical acclaim.
Otowa continued to act into her 70s and received several awards for her contributions to Japanese cinema, including the Medal with Purple Ribbon, the Order of the Rising Sun, and the Order of Culture. In addition to her acting career, Otowa was also a prominent figure in Japanese theater and played a significant role in introducing modern theater techniques to Japan.
Throughout her long career, Kumeko Otowa remained a beloved and highly respected figure in Japanese cinema and culture. She passed away in 1995 at the age of 80, leaving behind a rich legacy of timeless performances and artistic achievements.
Michiko Kuwano
Michiko Kuwano (January 4, 1915 Shiba, Minato, Tokyo-April 1, 1946 Japan) also known as Mitch or Michi Kuwano was a Japanese actor. She had one child, Miyuki Kuwano.
Michiko Kuwano's early career began with a contract to the Shochiku Film Company in the early 1930s, making her debut in the film "Chichi iro no kashira" (1934). She was known for her beauty and charm, and quickly rose to become one of Japan's most popular actresses of her time, appearing in more than 60 films. Her notable films include "The Story of the Last Chrysanthemums" (1939), "Sanshiro Sugata" (1943) and "Sisters of the Gion" (1936). During World War II, she worked for the Manchurian Film Cooperative in China, where she was exposed to the harsh realities of war.
After the war, Michiko Kuwano became involved in left-wing political and anti-war activism. She had been blacklisted by the Japanese government for her anti-government stance, and was under surveillance by the authorities. On the evening of April 1, 1946, she was found dead outside her apartment building in Tokyo, reportedly having fallen from the sixth floor. Her death remains a mystery, as it is unclear whether she was pushed, committed suicide, or fell accidentally. Her legacy as an actress and activist continues to be remembered in Japan.
Reiko Kitami
Reiko Kitami (February 13, 1915 Noda-November 5, 2014) also known as Mitsuko Inamura or Mitsu Hayashi was a Japanese actor. Her child is called Yoichi Hayashi.
Reiko Kitami began her acting career in the 1930s and was known for her roles in numerous movies and television dramas, including "An Actress" and "Father of the Wolves". She also worked as a writer, producing scripts for radio plays and television dramas. Kitami was known for her striking beauty and her talent as an actress, which earned her numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. She remained active in the entertainment industry until her death in 2014 at the age of 99. Despite her advanced age, Kitami was widely revered as a beloved icon of Japanese cinema and television.