Kazuko Taniguchi

Acting

Freshness: Feb 03, 2026

19Total Films

7.3 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kazuko Taniguchi reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 19 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kazuko Taniguchi'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 32% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kazuko Taniguchi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Bloody Shuriken, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kazuko Taniguchi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kazuko Taniguchi's career based on audience ratings.

★7.3

★7.3

Bloody Shuriken: Ronin samurai Ibuki-san enters a town and sells his skills to the warring families. He falls in love with the beautiful

Bloody Shuriken

1965•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Bonchi: Kikuji is the scion of an Osaka merchant family whose traditional power is matrilineal. Instructed by his overbearing mo

Bonchi

1960•Comedy

★7.0

★7.0

The Hoodlum Priest: The first film in the 2 part series about Ryuzen, a renegade martial-arts priest who, in addition to breaking all the co

The Hoodlum Priest

1967•Action

★6.9

Zatoichi's Vengeance (1966) movie poster

★6.9

Zatoichi's Vengeance: Zatoichi comes upon a dying man who asks him to give a bag of money to "Taichi". Zatoichi has no idea who this is but wh

Zatoichi's Vengeance

1966•Action

★6.6

Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival (1970) movie poster

★6.6

Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival: The blind masseuse is targeted by the leader of a powerful yakuza group while also fending off a jealous husband bent on

Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival

1970•Adventure

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kazuko Taniguchi.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1994	Exorsister	Kazuki	Flop	Similar →
1994	Exorsister 2	Kazuki	Flop	Similar →
1970	Zatoichi Goes to the Fire Festival	-	Hit	Similar →
1968	The Funeral Racket	-	Flop	Similar →
1967	The Hoodlum Priest	-	Hit	Similar →
1967	Zatoichi the Outlaw	-	Hit	Similar →
1967	The Sisters and I	Maid A	Flop	Similar →
1966	Zatoichi's Vengeance	Kamegoro's wife	Hit	Similar →
1965	Sleepy Eyes of Death 6: Sword of Satan	-	Average	Similar →
1965	Bloody Shuriken	-	Hit	Similar →
1964	Sleepy Eyes of Death 4: Sword of Seduction	-	Average	Similar →
1962	New Bad Reputation Continues	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Ken ni kakeru	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Ghost Story: Crying in the Night Lantern	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Sabakareru Echizen no kami	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Third Generation's Loyalty Offering	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	The Radiant Prince	-	Average	Similar →
1960	Scars of Honor	-	Average	Similar →
1960	Bonchi	-	Hit	Similar →

Kazuko Taniguchi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kazuko Taniguchi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kazuko Taniguchi is "Bloody Shuriken" with a rating of 7.3/10.

How many movies has Kazuko Taniguchi acted in?

Kazuko Taniguchi has been featured in at least 19 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kazuko Taniguchi?

Other notable films include "Bonchi", "The Hoodlum Priest", and "Zatoichi's Vengeance".