Michiyo Aratama was a Japanese actress known for her roles in “The Human Condition I: No Greater Love,” “The Human Condition II: Road to Eternity,” and “The Sword of Doom.” She was born on January 15, 1930, in Nara, Japan, and passed away on March 17, 2001, in Tokyo, Japan.
Personal and Family Life
Michiyo Aratama, whose birth name was Kyoko Toda, had a successful career as an actress and was a former “musume-yaku” star with the Takarazuka Revue from 1946 to 1955. She was the sister of Noriko Katsura, and her late brother-in-law was Jushiro Komiyama, a politician associated with the LDP. Michiyo was also the aunt of Yasuko Komiyama, another politician.
Death and Legacy
Michiyo Aratama died on March 17, 2001, due to heart failure in Tokyo, Japan. Her contributions to Japanese cinema, especially through her impactful roles in classic films, have left a lasting legacy in the film industry. Fans and critics continue to remember her work, celebrating her influence and artistry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 怪談 | 1965-01-06 | First Wife (segment “The Black Hair”) |
| 人間の條件 第１部純愛篇／第２部激怒篇 | 1959-01-15 | Michiko |
| 人間の條件 第３部望郷篇／第４部戦雲篇 | 1959-11-20 | Michiko |
| 人間の條件 完結篇 | 1961-01-28 | Michiko |
| 小早川家の秋 | 1961-10-29 | Fumiko |
| あこがれ | 1966-10-01 | |
| 大菩薩峠 | 1966-02-25 | Ohama |
| 江分利満氏の優雅な生活 | 1963-11-16 | Natsuko |
| 侍 | 1965-01-03 | Okiku / Princess Kiku |
| 炎上 | 1958-09-22 | Mistress of the floral art |
| ・・・(more entries as necessary) | ・・・ | ・・・ |