Japanese movie stars born in 1932
Here are 14 famous actresses from Japan were born in 1932:
Keiko Kishi
Keiko Kishi (August 11, 1932 Yokohama-) a.k.a. 岸恵子, Kishi Keiko, きし けいこ or 岸 惠子 is a Japanese actor and writer. She has one child, Delphine Ciampi Ellis.
Born in Yokohama, Japan in 1932, Keiko Kishi is a multi-talented actor, writer, and translator. She originally pursued a career in ballet, but eventually turned to acting, starring in many films and television dramas throughout her career. She has won numerous awards for her performances, including the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival for her role in the film "Yoidore tenshi" (Drunken Angel).
In addition to her acting career, Kishi is also known for her writing and translation work. She has written several books, including a memoir about her experiences studying in Paris and a collection of travel essays. Kishi is also known for her translations of French literature into Japanese, including works by Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Albert Camus.
Kishi is the mother of one daughter, Delphine Ciampi Ellis. Despite her advanced age she remains active in her various pursuits and continues to inspire others with her talent and creativity.
Misako Watanabe
Misako Watanabe (October 23, 1932 Azabu, Tokyo-) a.k.a. Watanabe Misako is a Japanese actor.
She began her career as a child actress and became one of the most popular actresses in Japan during the 1950s and 1960s. Watanabe starred in over 120 films, including "Umi no Aurora" (1957) and "Dolphin' Swim Club" (1963). She also appeared in several TV dramas and stage productions. In addition to her acting career, Watanabe was also known for her philanthropic work, particularly in the areas of education and the arts. She received numerous awards for her contributions to Japanese cinema, including the Order of the Rising Sun in 2002.
Hanayo Sumi
Hanayo Sumi (February 6, 1932 Nishinomiya-) also known as Sumi Hanayo, Setsuko Takashima, Takashima Setsuko, Setsuko Matsudaira or Matsudaira Setsuko is a Japanese actor. She has two children, Masahiro Takashima and Masanobu Takashima.
She made her acting debut in 1950 and appeared in many films and television dramas throughout her career. Sumi received critical acclaim for her lead role in the film "Sun in the Last Days of the Shogunate" (1957), which won the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film. She continued to play diverse characters with ease and adaptability, working in genres ranging from drama to comedy. In 1989, she was awarded the Order of the Precious Crown for her contributions to the performing arts. Sumi retired from acting in 2005 but remains a respected figure in the Japanese entertainment industry.
Ineko Arima
Ineko Arima (April 3, 1932 Toyono District, Osaka-) a.k.a. Seiko Nakanishi, Mitsuko Nakanishi, Nakanishi Mitsuko, 中西 盛子, 有馬 稲子, なかにし みつこ, ありま いねこ, Arima Ineko, ネコちゃん or おイネ is a Japanese actor.
She began her career as a scriptwriter and novelist, and later transitioned to acting. Arima appeared in numerous films, TV dramas, and stage productions throughout her career, earning critical acclaim for her performances. She is known for her roles in films such as "The Ballad of Narayama" and "The Family Game." Arima was also a prominent activist, advocating for women's rights and peace. She was a member of Women's Action Now and participated in anti-nuclear protests. Arima received several awards for her contributions to the arts and activism, including the Order of Culture from the Japanese government.
Kaneko Iwasaki
Kaneko Iwasaki (October 25, 1932 Hakodate-) a.k.a. Murata Kaneko, Iwasaki Kaneko or Kaneko Murata is a Japanese actor.
Kaneko Iwasaki started his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in minor film roles. He later gained prominence in the 1960s and 1970s for his roles in numerous Japanese films and TV dramas. Throughout his career, he appeared in over 120 films and had a wide range of performances, from heroic to villainous roles.
Aside from acting, Iwasaki was also a director, producer, writer, and even a singer. He received numerous awards throughout his career, including the Best Supporting Actor Award at the Blue Ribbon Awards and the Best Actor Award at the Mainichi Film Awards. In 1993, he was awarded the Medal of Honor with Purple Ribbon for his contribution to the arts.
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Iwasaki retired from acting in 2005 due to declining health. Today, he is considered one of the most respected actors in Japan's film industry.
Kazuko Imai
Kazuko Imai (December 12, 1932 Setagaya-October 14, 2012 Shibuya) otherwise known as 今井 和子, いまい かずこ or Imai Kazuko was a Japanese actor and voice actor.
She began her acting career in 1953 and appeared in more than 200 films, TV dramas, and stage productions. Imai is particularly recognized for her voice acting work, which includes dubbing foreign films into Japanese and voicing animated characters such as Lady in Disney's "Lady and the Tramp" and Grandma Fa in Disney's "Mulan". Her voice is also recognized in Japan for narrating many nature documentaries, educational films, and audio guides for museums and historic sites. Imai received several awards for her contributions to the voice acting industry, including the Special Achievement Award at the 3rd Seiyu Awards in 2009.
Toshiko Kobayashi
Toshiko Kobayashi (April 6, 1932 Tsukiji-) also known as こばやし としこ, 勅使河原 トシ子, 小林 トシ子, Teshigahara Toshiko, Kobayashi Toshiko, てしがはら としこ or Toshiko Teshigahara is a Japanese actor.
Kobayashi has had a long career in Japanese film and television, debuting in the film "Yoru no kiba" in 1955. She is perhaps best known for her roles in the films of legendary director Yasujirō Ozu, including "Late Autumn" (1960) and "The End of Summer" (1961). In addition to her acting work, Kobayashi has also worked as a voice actress and appeared in numerous stage productions. She is the sister of fellow actor Kyoko Kishida and the mother of director and actor Hiroshi Teshigahara.
Naoko Kubo
Naoko Kubo (September 23, 1932 Tokyo-) a.k.a. Naoko Kobo is a Japanese actor.
Naoko Kubo began her acting career in the late 1950s and has since appeared in over 150 films and television dramas. She is known for her versatile roles, ranging from gentle and kind mothers to cunning villains. Kubo has worked with many notable directors, including Yasujiro Ozu and Akira Kurosawa. She has received numerous awards and nominations for her performances, including the Award of the Japanese Academy for Best Supporting Actress in 2003 for her role in "Go." In addition to acting, Kubo has also served as the executive director of the Japan Actors Association and has been a prominent advocate for actors' rights.
Yoshiko Otowa
Yoshiko Otowa (July 6, 1932 Tokyo-) otherwise known as Otowa Yoshiko is a Japanese actor and singer.
Otowa Yoshiko was born and raised in Tokyo. She began her acting career in the 1950s, appearing in various Japanese films and television shows. Otowa gained critical acclaim for her performance in the film "The Ballad of Narayama" in 1958, which was directed by Keisuke Kinoshita. She has since appeared in many other films, including "Sansho the Bailiff" (1954) and "Fires on the Plain" (1959), both directed by Kenji Mizoguchi. She also acted on stage, performing in plays such as "The Threepenny Opera" and "The Good Woman of Szechwan." As a singer, Otowa released several albums featuring traditional Japanese folk songs. She was awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, in 2010, recognizing her contributions to Japanese culture. Otowa passed away in 1985 at the age of 53.
Momoko Kōchi
Momoko Kōchi (March 7, 1932 Taitō-November 5, 1998 Hiroo, Shibuya) also known as Kōchi Momoko, Momoko Kawachi, Momoko Kochi, Momoko Okouchi, Momoko Kouchi or Momoko Kôchi was a Japanese actor.
She rose to fame for her role as Hideo Ogawa's daughter in the 1954 film "Godzilla". She went on to appear in several other films throughout her career, including "Ugetsu" (1953) and "The Mysterians" (1957).
In addition to her film work, Kōchi also had a successful career in television. She starred in several popular TV dramas and was particularly well known for her role in the long-running series "Watararenga Ichiro".
Kōchi was widely regarded as one of Japan's most talented and versatile actors. She received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Blue Ribbon Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the 1996 film "Tokyo Lullaby".
Kōchi passed away in 1998 at the age of 66. Despite her untimely death, her legacy in Japanese cinema and television continues to be celebrated to this day.
Reiko Fujiwara
Reiko Fujiwara (November 1, 1932 Kobe-September 1, 2002 Tokyo) also known as Fujiwara Reiko, Namiji Yamato or Yamato Namiji was a Japanese actor. Her child is called Kiichirô Wakayama.
Reiko Fujiwara was known for her work in classic Japanese films, such as "Seven Samurai" and "Throne of Blood," both directed by Akira Kurosawa. She also had a successful career in television, appearing in popular dramas such as "Oshin" and "Futarikko." Outside of acting, she was an accomplished calligrapher and was passionate about art. She passed away in 2002 at the age of 69 due to complications from colon cancer.
Yoshie Kihira
Yoshie Kihira (March 28, 1932 Tokyo-) otherwise known as Yoshi'e Kihira is a Japanese actor.
He began his career in the early 1950s appearing in various films and television dramas. Some of his notable works include "The Human Condition" (1959), "The Birth of Japan" (1959), and "The Insect Woman" (1963). Kihira has also worked as a stage actor, performing in various theater productions throughout his career. In addition to acting, he has also served as an acting coach for aspiring actors. Throughout his career, Kihira has garnered critical acclaim for his performances and has received several awards, including the Blue Ribbon Awards and the Hochi Film Award.
Hizuru Takachiho
Hizuru Takachiho (October 10, 1932 Kobe-) is a Japanese actor.
Hizuru Takachiho started his career in acting in the 1950s and soon became a prominent figure in Japanese theater, television, and film industry. He is well-known for his roles in several classic films such as "The Human Bullet" (1968), "Shogun Assassin" (1980), and "The New Land" (1994). Takachiho has also appeared in numerous television dramas, including the popular series "Kita no Kuni Kara" and "Mito Komon."
Apart from acting, Takachiho is also recognized for his contributions to the cultural and artistic scene in Japan. He founded the renowned theater group Seinenza, which was known for its avant-garde productions and performances that challenged the conventions of Japanese theater. In addition, Takachiho has also taught acting and directed many plays and productions.
Takachiho's achievements in acting and theater have earned him wide recognition and several prestigious awards, including the Order of the Rising Sun (5th Class, Gold and Silver Rays) in 2010. He continues to be active in the industry to this day and has become an inspiration for many aspiring actors and theater artists in Japan.
Machiko Kitagawa
Machiko Kitagawa (April 8, 1932 Tokyo-) otherwise known as Kitagawa Yoshiko is a Japanese actor. Her child is called Daisuke Kitagawa.
Machiko Kitagawa is one of Japan's most famous actresses and has been active in the film industry since 1950. She made her acting debut in the film "Bijo to Touzoku" and went on to star in numerous films throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Kitagawa's acting skills and beauty made her one of the most sought after actresses in Japan during this time period.
In addition to her film work, Kitagawa has also acted in television dramas and hosted a popular cooking show called "Kitagawa Machiko no Satsukai". She has won several awards throughout her career, including the Best Actress award at the Blue Ribbon Awards in 1958 for her role in the film "Himawari".
Despite her success, Kitagawa retired from acting in 1972 to focus on her family. She currently lives a quiet life in Tokyo and remains a beloved figure in Japanese cinema history.