Japanese movie stars born in 1922
Here are 5 famous actresses from Japan were born in 1922:
Yumeji Tsukioka
Yumeji Tsukioka (October 14, 1922 Naka-ku, Hiroshima-) also known as Tsukoka Yumeji is a Japanese actor. She has one child, Emi Inoue.
Yumeji Tsukioka began her career as an actress in the Japanese movie industry in the 1940s. She appeared in several critically acclaimed films like "The Rickshaw Man" and "The Eternal Breasts". Tsukioka was married to fellow actor Jukichi Uno for several years before their divorce in 1955. In addition to being an actress, she is also known for her work as a stage director and producer. In 2007, she received the Order of the Rising Sun, 4th Class, for her contributions to the performing arts. Tsukioka remains an influential figure in Japanese cinema and an inspiration to many actors and filmmakers.
Chikako Miyagi
Chikako Miyagi (November 26, 1922 Morioka-August 7, 1996) also known as みやぎ ちかこ, Yuki Sato, さとう ユキ, 佐藤 ユキ, Sato Yuki, 東風 うらゝ, こち うらら, Miyagi Chikako, Kochi Urara, Urara Kochi, 宮城 千賀子 or Chikako Miyashiro was a Japanese actor.
She began her acting career in the 1940s and appeared in more than 200 films over the course of several decades. Some of her most well-known roles include her performances in movies such as "Kanzen-naru shiiku", "Chushingura: Hana no Maki, Yuki no Maki", and "House of Terrors". Miyagi was popularly known for her versatile acting skills while performing both classical and modern roles, and she was highly regarded for her work in both dramas and comedies. In addition to her acting career, Miyagi was also a talented singer and released several albums throughout her lifetime. Her contributions to the Japanese entertainment industry earned her numerous awards and accolades, and she remains an influential figure in Japanese cinema history.
Keiko Utsumi
Keiko Utsumi (September 12, 1922 Choshi-) a.k.a. Utsumi Keiko, 内海 桂子, うつみ けいこ, 安藤 良子 or 三枡家好子 is a Japanese comedian and actor.
Keiko Utsumi was born in Choshi, Japan in 1922. She began her career as a comedian in the late 1940s, performing in theaters and on television. She quickly gained popularity in Japan for her wit and humor.
Throughout her career, Utsumi also appeared in many films and television shows as an actor. She was known for her comedic roles, but also showed her versatility as a dramatic actor.
In addition to her work in entertainment, Utsumi was also an advocate for women's rights in Japan. She spoke out about issues such as equal pay and discrimination in the workplace.
Utsumi continued to entertain audiences until her retirement in the early 2000s. She remains a beloved figure in Japanese popular culture and is remembered for her contributions to comedy and acting.
Haruko Kato
Haruko Kato (November 24, 1922 Akasaka, Minato, Tokyo-) also known as Haruko Katô is a Japanese actor and voice actor.
Haruko Kato began her acting career in the 1940s, appearing in small roles in Japanese films. She quickly gained popularity for her talent and versatility, and went on to become one of the leading actresses of the 1950s and 1960s. Kato starred in a number of films and television dramas, portraying a range of characters from strong, independent women to vulnerable, sensitive ones.
Aside from acting, Kato was also well-known for her work as a voice actor. She provided the Japanese voices for a number of popular characters in foreign films and television shows, including Maria in The Sound of Music and Mrs. Gloop in Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.
Throughout her career, Kato received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the entertainment industry, including the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays in 2010. Despite retiring from acting in the 1990s, she remains a beloved figure in Japanese cinema and theater today.
Noriko Sengoku
Noriko Sengoku (April 29, 1922 Setagaya-December 27, 2012 Tokyo) a.k.a. Reiko Mori was a Japanese actor.
She started her acting career in the 1940s and appeared in over 100 films during her lifetime. Some of her notable films include "The Ballad of Narayama" (1958), "The Human Condition" (1959), and "Street of Shame" (1956). Sengoku was known for her versatility as an actress, as she played a wide range of characters in her films. She was awarded the Blue Ribbon Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1956 for her role in the film "Carmen Comes Home". In addition to her film career, Sengoku also appeared in several television dramas and was recognized for her contributions to Japanese culture.