Kiyoshiro Imawano - Actor Profile

Kiyoshiro Imawano

Acting
Freshness: Jan 23, 2026
11Total Films
7.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 2, 1951
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kiyoshiro Imawano reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Comedy

The majority of Kiyoshiro Imawano's filmography leans towards the Comedy 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 27% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kiyoshiro Imawano remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Chicken Heart, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kiyoshiro Imawano Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kiyoshiro Imawano's career based on audience ratings.

★7.0
Chicken Heart (2002) movie poster
★7.0

Chicken Heart: Former boxer Iwano, teamed up with Sada and Maru, who live in the same apartment building, makes his daily living as a p

Chicken Heart

2002•Comedy
★6.9
The Happiness of the Katakuris (2002) movie poster
★6.9

The Happiness of the Katakuris: The Katakuri family has just opened their guest house in the mountains. Unfortunately their first guest commits suicide

The Happiness of the Katakuris

2002•Comedy
★6.5
Sakuran (2006) movie poster
★6.5

Sakuran: Anna Tsuchiya blasts back in time playing an oiran, a top-notched geisha of the Edo period’s Yoshiwara District, navigat

Sakuran

2006•History
★6.3
The Great Yokai War (2005) movie poster
★6.3

The Great Yokai War: A young boy with a troubled home life becomes "chosen," and he stumbles into the middle of a great war of yōkai (a class

The Great Yokai War

2005•Comedy
★6.0
The Making Of The Katakuris (2001) movie poster
★6.0

The Making Of The Katakuris: In this contemporary documentary, the cast and the crew share their experiences of making the film.

The Making Of The Katakuris

2001•Documentary

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kiyoshiro Imawano.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2008 Then Summer Came - Flop Similar →
2006 Sakuran Oretachi Hit Similar →
2005 The Great Yokai War General Nurarihyon Average Similar →
2004 Otaku's in Love Yukata Average Similar →
2003 1980 - Flop Similar →
2002 Chicken Heart Sada Hit Similar →
2002 The Happiness of the Katakuris Richard Sagawa Hit Similar →
2001 The Making Of The Katakuris - Average Similar →
2001 Futashika na melody himself Flop Similar →
1993 The Tomb & the Divorce Akiyuki Flop Similar →
1986 Death Powder Dr. Loo Flop Similar →

Kiyoshiro Imawano - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kiyoshiro Imawano?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kiyoshiro Imawano is "Chicken Heart" with a rating of 7.0/10.

How many movies has Kiyoshiro Imawano acted in?

Kiyoshiro Imawano has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kiyoshiro Imawano?

Other notable films include "The Happiness of the Katakuris", "Sakuran", and "The Great Yokai War".