Takuzô Kawatani was an American actor best known for his roles in Piranha-gundan: Daboshatsu no ten (1977), Bakumatsu seishun graffiti: Ronin Sakamoto Ryoma (1986), and Nihon no jingi (1977). He was born on July 21, 1941, in China and passed away on December 22, 1995, due to lung cancer.
Personal and Family Life
Information about Takuzô Kawatani’s personal and family life is limited. While he was respected in the film industry, details regarding his immediate family and early life remain largely unknown. This lack of personal insight adds a bit of mystery to his background as an actor.
Death and Legacy
Takuzô Kawatani died on December 22, 1995, after battling lung cancer. His contribution to Japanese cinema, especially in the genre of yakuza films, has left a lasting impression. Even after his passing, his performances continue to be appreciated by fans of classic Japanese film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| やくざの墓場 くちなしの花 | 1976-10-30 | Kajiyama |
| ジーンズブルース 明日なき無頼派 | 1974-03-30 | Ishimatsu |
| 愛の亡霊 | 1978-09-06 | Inspector Hotta |
| ポルノの女王 にっぽんSEX旅行 | 1973-03-03 | |
| 十手舞 | 1986-09-20 | Yasuke |