Hachiro Tako - Actor Profile

Hachiro Tako

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
46Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 22, 1940
Birth Place: Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan

About Hachiro Tako

Tako Hachiro was born in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan. He came close to losing the vision in his left eye in a childhood accident. He went on to become the professional flyweight boxing champion of Japan in 1962. After retiring from the ring, he became a popular comedian and eventually appeared in films such as Toei's 1974 School of the Holy Beast. He also appeared in television commercials and dramas. He once managed a bar in Shinjuku's Golden Gai section and was a member of Oniroku Dan's group of artists and performers known as Oni Pro. Hachiro drowned at a beach in Kanagawa Prefecture after suffering a heart attack.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hachiro Tako reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 46 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hachiro Tako's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 11% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hachiro Tako remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hachiro Tako Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hachiro Tako's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hachiro Tako.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1985 Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness The Casino Owner (voice) Super Hit Similar →
1985 Marukin marubi no kintamashii maki Singer A Flop Similar →
1985 Big Magnum Kuroiwa Tako Flop Similar →
1985 Capone Cries a Lot Boss of beggars Average Similar →
1984 Kyoko Aizome’s Widow Boarding House Constable Tako ('Octopus') Flop Similar →
1984 Gemini Woman Patient Flop Similar →
1984 Sure Death - Average Similar →
1984 Hole in the Pants - Average Similar →
1983 Groping Live Recording Trip Male actor Flop Similar →
1983 Fujio Akatsuka's Video Number One - Inaugural Issue - Flop Similar →
1981 Ore to aitsu no monogatari - Flop Similar →
1981 Joshi daisei: Chikan no susume - Flop Similar →
1980 Mibōjin geshuku: Hatsu nurashi - Flop Similar →
1980 Mibōjin geshuku: Anomichi kono michi oshiemasu - Flop Similar →
1980 Groper Erotic Thief - Flop Similar →
1980 Chikan-shi: Dote sagashi - Flop Similar →
1979 Mibôjin geshuku: Hatsunaki - Flop Similar →
1979 Mibōjin geshuku: Norinige - Flop Similar →
1979 Shimo-ochiai Yakitori Movie - Flop Similar →
1979 Fujio Akatsuka's Gag Porno: In the Mood Once Again - Average Similar →
1979 Kōshoku biyōshi: Nikutai no hōshū Thief Flop Similar →
1978 Mibôjin geshuku: Hatsunori - Flop Similar →
1978 Chikan to no sôgû - Flop Similar →
1978 Porno: Chan-chaka-chan - Average Similar →
1978 Sex Horoscope: Love Tasting Nakamoto Flop Similar →
1977 The Yellow Handkerchief Yakuza Hit Similar →
1977 Japanese Night Crawl Festival - Flop Similar →
1976 Outlaw Cop - Flop Similar →
1975 New Widow Boarding House: Back Room for Rent - Flop Similar →
1975 Semi-dokyumento: shin mibōjin geshuku - Flop Similar →
1975 Zoku mibōjin geshuku: omote mo kashimasu ura mo kashimasu - Flop Similar →
1974 Sister Street Fighter: Hanging by a Thread - Average Similar →
1974 It's a Psychic, Gather Everyone! - Flop Similar →
1974 Military Comfort Woman - Flop Similar →
1974 The Transgressor Tatsupei Kameda Average Similar →
1973 Female Prisoner Scorpion: Beast Stable - Hit Similar →
1973 Three Little Geisha - Flop Similar →
1973 Kigeki onna yusôdô - Flop Similar →
1972 Woman's Body Archipelago Reconstruction - Flop Similar →
1972 Female Prisoner #701: Scorpion - Hit Similar →
1972 Shōwa Gokudōshi - Flop Similar →
1972 Yakuza Wolf: I Perform Murder Hachiro Sato Hit Similar →
1971 Patience Has An End - Average Similar →
1971 King of Pornography - Average Similar →
1968 Muchi to injû - Flop Similar →
1966 Ojoku no Onna Taniguchi Flop Similar →

Hachiro Tako - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hachiro Tako?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hachiro Tako is "Penguin's Memory: A Tale of Happiness" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Hachiro Tako acted in?

Hachiro Tako has been featured in at least 46 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hachiro Tako?

Other notable films include "Female Prisoner #701: Scorpion", "The Yellow Handkerchief", and "Yakuza Wolf: I Perform Murder".