Tomoko Naniwa

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

9Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 13, 1909

Birth Place: Okayama, Okayama Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Tomoko Naniwa reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Tomoko Naniwa'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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Tomoko Naniwa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Only Son, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Tomoko Naniwa Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tomoko Naniwa's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

The Only Son: A silk factory worker is persuaded to support her son's education up to a college level despite their poverty. Many year

The Only Son

1936•Drama

★7.0

★7.0

Mr. Thank You: In Depression-era Japan, a courteous bus driver carries an eclectic group of passengers from the mountainous Izu to Toky

Mr. Thank You

1936•Drama

★6.8

★6.8

Flunky, Work Hard!: A short concerning an impoverished insurance salesman and his scrappy son, whose fisticuffs with the other boys of their

Flunky, Work Hard!

1931•Comedy

★6.4

★6.4

Burden of Life: A middle-aged father has just married off his third daughter, but still has his nine year old son to raise whom he resen

Burden of Life

1935•Drama

★5.7

★5.7

Fighting Friends: Two friends accidentally run into a young, homeless woman, so they take her in.

Fighting Friends

1929•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Tomoko Naniwa.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1936	The Only Son	Okubo's Wife	Hit	Similar →
1936	Mr. Thank You	Itinerant Entertainer	Hit	Similar →
1935	Burden of Life	-	Average	Similar →
1931	The Strength of a Moustache	-	Flop	Similar →
1931	Flunky, Work Hard!	Okabe's wife	Hit	Similar →
1930	Young Lady	Wife	Flop	Similar →
1929	Fighting Friends	Omitsu	Average	Similar →
1929	Treasure Mountain	Konami, geisha	Flop	Similar →
1928	Couple on the Move	Haruko, pharmacist's daughter	Flop	Similar →

Tomoko Naniwa - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tomoko Naniwa?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tomoko Naniwa is "The Only Son" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Tomoko Naniwa acted in?

Tomoko Naniwa has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tomoko Naniwa?

Other notable films include "Mr. Thank You", "Flunky, Work Hard!", and "Burden of Life".