Takamaru Sasaki was an American actor known for his roles in “Throne of Blood,” “Mitsu-kubi-tou,” and “Hana to ryû – Dai-ichi-bu: Dôkai-wan no rantô.” He was born on January 30, 1898, in Hokkaido, Japan, and passed away on December 28, 1986, in Tokyo, Japan.
Personal and Family Life
Takamaru Sasaki was the grandfather of actor Katsuhiko Sasaki and the father-in-law of actor Minoru Chiaki. He played a significant role in the film industry and contributed creatively as well, making the Japanese lyrics for “The Internationale” in 1922.
Death and Legacy
Takamaru Sasaki died on December 28, 1986, from heart failure in Tokyo. His contributions to cinema remain appreciated, and his family continues to carry his artistic legacy forward in the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 宮本武蔵完結編 決闘巌流島 | 1956-01-03 | Omitsu’s father |
| 拳銃は俺のパスポート | 1967-02-04 | Otawara |
| 怪獣大戦争 | 1965-12-19 | Chairman of Earth Committee |
| 大菩薩峠 | 1966-02-25 | Ishinsai Nakamura |
| 眠狂四郎円月斬り | 1964-05-23 | The Honorable Elder Mizuno Tadakuni |
| 広域暴力 流血の縄張 | 1969-07-26 | Godô Yamanouchi, the mediator |
| あなた買います | 1956-11-21 | Shiraishi |
| ガス人間第一号 | 1960-12-11 | Police Chief |
| 蜘蛛巣城 | 1957-01-15 | Kuniharu Tsuzuki |
| 女王蜂の怒り | 1958-12-28 | Hikotarô |
| 戰艦大和 | 1953-06-15 | Captain Aruga |
| 太平洋の鷲 | 1953-10-21 | Chief of Staff, Combined Fleet |