Kanji Kawara - Actor Profile

Kanji Kawara

Acting
Freshness: Jan 21, 2026
50Total Films
7.6 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 16, 1897
Birth Place: Akō District, Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kanji Kawara reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kanji Kawara'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 26% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kanji Kawara remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Children in the Wind, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kanji Kawara Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kanji Kawara's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kanji Kawara.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1968 High School Geisha - Flop Similar →
1967 The Bogus Policeman - Flop Similar →
1966 The Great White Tower - Hit Similar →
1965 The Forest of No Escape - Flop Similar →
1964 Black Trump Card - Average Similar →
1964 Muchana Yakko - Flop Similar →
1962 The Whale God - Hit Similar →
1962 Princess and I - Flop Similar →
1962 Their Legacy - Flop Similar →
1960 Ashita kara otona da - Flop Similar →
1959 The Cast-Off - Average Similar →
1958 A Mother's Journey - Flop Similar →
1958 A Grain of Wheat - Flop Similar →
1958 The Lowest Man - Flop Similar →
1958 The Women Divers - Flop Similar →
1958 The Precipice - Flop Similar →
1958 Mother Principal Flop Similar →
1957 Kisses - Hit Similar →
1957 Night Butterflies Fortune-teller Average Similar →
1956 Children Seeking a Mother - Flop Similar →
1956 Warning from Space - Flop Similar →
1955 The Romance of Yushima - Average Similar →
1954 Victory or Defeat - Flop Similar →
1953 Brother and Sister - Average Similar →
1951 Honoo no hada - Flop Similar →
1950 Street of Violence Takada's father Hit Similar →
1943 Dancing with a Mask Englishman A Flop Similar →
1943 Port of Flowers Kesaji Hit Similar →
1942 Moon of the Plateau - Flop Similar →
1942 There Was a Father Teacher of Junior High School Hit Similar →
1941 Ornamental Hairpin Old Man Hit Similar →
1941 Notes of an Itinerant Performer Kanekichi Hit Similar →
1941 Introspection Tower Mr. Kono Hit Similar →
1940 The Story of Tank Commander Nishizumi Okada, Warrant Officer Average Similar →
1939 Warm Current - Flop Similar →
1938 Mother and Child Executive Flop Similar →
1938 Hotaru no hikari - Flop Similar →
1938 Queen of the Wind - Flop Similar →
1937 The Lights of Asakusa - Average Similar →
1937 Children in the Wind - Super Hit Similar →
1936 Men vs. Women - Flop Similar →
1936 Mr. Thank You - Hit Similar →
1934 My Elder Brother Sumako's housekeeper Average Similar →
1932 No Blood Relation Detective Hit Similar →
1931 Tokyo Chorus - Hit Similar →
1930 Walk Cheerfully Detective Average Similar →
1929 Parent - Flop Similar →
1929 The Dawning Sky - Average Similar →
1928 Symphony of Youth Yozo Tomura Flop Similar →
1927 Sword of Penitence Manabe Tôjûrô, constable Flop Similar →

Kanji Kawara - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kanji Kawara?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kanji Kawara is "Children in the Wind" with a rating of 7.6/10.

How many movies has Kanji Kawara acted in?

Kanji Kawara has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kanji Kawara?

Other notable films include "No Blood Relation", "Mr. Thank You", and "There Was a Father".