Eiko Hikari - Actor Profile

Eiko Hikari

Acting
Updated: Apr 16, 2026
21Total Films
9.0 Highest Rated
Born: Mar 27, 1941
Birth Place: Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Eiko Hikari Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Eiko Hikari reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Eiko Hikari's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 62% of Eiko Hikari's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Eiko Hikari Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Eiko Hikari's career based on audience ratings.

★9.0
Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset (1976) movie poster
★9.0

Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset: Tora-san arrives in Shibamata on Mitsuo's first day of school only to find that on his account, Mitsuo was embarrassed.

Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset

1976•Comedy
★9.0
Talk of the Town Tora-san (1978) movie poster
★9.0

Talk of the Town Tora-san: After a chance encounter with Hiroshi's father on a bus, Tora decides to get serious and reflect on the mortality of man

Talk of the Town Tora-san

1978•Comedy
★9.0
Tora-san Plays Daddy (1987) movie poster
★9.0

Tora-san Plays Daddy: A playboy-gambler friend of Tora-san’s dies and, abandoned by his mother, his little boy suddenly turns up in Shibamata.

Tora-san Plays Daddy

1987•Comedy
★8.5
Tora-san Meets His Lordship (1977) movie poster
★8.5

Tora-san Meets His Lordship: Tora-san befriends the descendant of a feudal lord. The man asks Tora to locate his deceased son's wife who resides som

Tora-san Meets His Lordship

1977•Comedy
★8.5
Tora-san's Salad-Day Memorial (1988) movie poster
★8.5

Tora-san's Salad-Day Memorial: In his travels through Japan, Tora-san meets and falls in love with a female doctor, however he is afraid of committing

Tora-san's Salad-Day Memorial

1988•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Eiko Hikari has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1998 A Class to Remember III: The New Voyage - Average Similar →
1991 My Sons - Super Hit Similar →
1989 Tora-san Goes to Vienna - Super Hit Similar →
1988 Tora-san's Salad-Day Memorial - Super Hit Similar →
1988 The Discarnates - Average Similar →
1987 Tora-san Plays Daddy - Super Hit Similar →
1987 The Great Department Store Robbery - Flop Similar →
1983 Tora-san Goes Religious? - Super Hit Similar →
1982 Hearts and Flowers for Tora-san - Super Hit Similar →
1980 The Wicked - Average Similar →
1978 Talk of the Town Tora-san - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Tora-san Meets His Lordship - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Visitor After Dark - Flop Similar →
1974 Tora-san's Lovesick - Hit Similar →
1973 Stray Dog - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Fun on the Run P.T.A. woman Flop Similar →
1970 Tora-san's Runaway - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san, His Tender Love - Hit Similar →
1966 Face of the Dice - Flop Similar →
1964 Escape from Japan - Flop Similar →

Eiko Hikari - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Eiko Hikari?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Eiko Hikari is "Tora-san's Sunrise and Sunset" with a rating of 9.0/10.

How many movies has Eiko Hikari acted in?

Eiko Hikari has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Eiko Hikari?

Other notable films include "Talk of the Town Tora-san", "Tora-san Plays Daddy", and "Tora-san Meets His Lordship".

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