Tetsuya Chiba
WritingAbout Tetsuya Chiba
Tetsuya Chiba (千葉 徹彌 or ちばてつや Chiba Tetsuya, born January 11, 1939) is a Japanese manga artist famous for his sports stories. He was born in Chuo, Tokyo, Japan, but lived most of his early childhood in Shenyang, Liaoning when northeast China was colonized by Japan during the Second Sino-Japanese War. His father was working in a paper factory when they lived in China. Two of his younger brothers are manga artists: Akio Chiba, and Shigeyuki Chiba who is almost completely unknown outside Japan, despite writing many popular sports manga in Japan. Shigeyuki Chiba works under the pen name Taro Nami. Chiba's works include Tomorrow's Joe, his best known work. Many of his early titles are still in print due to continued popularity. He lives in Nerima, Tokyo.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tetsuya Chiba reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 5 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: History
The majority of Tetsuya Chiba's filmography leans towards the History 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 20% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tetsuya Chiba remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Tetsuya Chiba Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Tetsuya Chiba's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tetsuya Chiba.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Happiness | - | Average | Similar → |
| 2016 | The Man Who Went Beyond Manga: Fujio Akatsuka | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2008 | Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills | Shouzaemon Isomura | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Sayonara Midori-chan | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | The World, The Journey of My Heart - Traveler: Manga Artist Tetsuya Chiba | - | Flop | Similar → |
Tetsuya Chiba - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Tetsuya Chiba?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tetsuya Chiba is "Yamazakura, The Cherry Tree in the Hills" with a rating of 7.5/10.
How many movies has Tetsuya Chiba acted in?
Tetsuya Chiba has been featured in at least 5 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Tetsuya Chiba?
Other notable films include "Happiness", "Sayonara Midori-chan", and "The Man Who Went Beyond Manga: Fujio Akatsuka".