Kanjûrô Arashi was an American actor, born on December 8, 1903, in Kyoto, Japan. He is best known for his roles in Profound Desires of the Gods (1968), Umon torimonochô – Rokuban tegara (1930), and Umon ichiban tegara – Namban yûrei (1929). He passed away on October 21, 1980, in Kyoto, Japan.
Personal and Family Life
Kanjûrô Arashi, whose birth name was Teruichi Takahashi, had a prominent presence in Japanese cinema. While details about his family life are limited, he made significant contributions to the film industry throughout his career.
Career
Arashi had a long and varied career in acting, appearing in many films over the decades. His performances in roles ranging from noble characters to complex anti-heroes showcased his versatility as an actor and earned him a place in Japanese film history.
Death and Legacy
Kanjûrô Arashi passed away on October 21, 1980. His influence and contributions continue to be felt in the film industry, as he left behind a legacy of memorable performances that audiences still appreciate today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 座頭市と用心棒 | 1970-01-15 | Hyoroku |
| 拳銃は俺のパスポート | 1967-02-04 | Shimazu |
| 十三人の刺客 | 1963-12-07 | Saheita Kuranaga |
| 緋牡丹博徒 花札勝負 | 1969-02-01 | Teijiro Sugiyama |
| 緋牡丹博徒 二代目襲名 | 1969-04-10 | Yojiro Kawabe |
| 女王蜂と大学の龍 | 1960-09-01 | Sennosuke Sakura |
| 明治天皇と日露大戦争 | 1957-04-29 | Emperor Meiji |
| 男はつらいよ 寅次郎と殿様 | 1977-08-06 | Tonosama |
| 太平洋戦争と姫ゆり部隊 | 1962-04-07 | Commander Ushijima |
| 僕は貝になりたい | 1970-06-20 | Ryūnosuke Tsukuda |