Hiroko Hanai

Acting

Freshness: Jan 24, 2026

12Total Films

7.4 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hiroko Hanai reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 12 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hiroko Hanai'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 17% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hiroko Hanai remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in A Geisha's Diary, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hiroko Hanai Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hiroko Hanai's career based on audience ratings.

★7.4

★7.4

A Geisha's Diary: A young girl is rigorously trained in the feminine arts so that she can become a geisha. As she struggles through life,

A Geisha's Diary

1961•Drama

★6.8

Being Two Isn't Easy (1962) movie poster

★6.8

Being Two Isn't Easy: The days leading up to a toddler's second birthday are seen alternately from the child's point of view as well as that o

Being Two Isn't Easy

1962•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Bury Me Deep: A suspense directed by Umetsugu Inoue, starring Ayako Wakao, depicting the intense lust created by the passion of a writ

Bury Me Deep

1963•Drama

★5.0

The Story of a Blind Woman (1965) movie poster

★5.0

The Story of a Blind Woman: At sixteen, due to illness, Tsuruko goes blind, and has no choice but to become a massage therapist. One day, stumbling

The Story of a Blind Woman

1965•Drama

★0.0

★0.0

Sutekina 16-sai: 1962 Japanese movie

Sutekina 16-sai

1962

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hiroko Hanai.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1965	The Story of a Blind Woman	-	Flop	Similar →
1965	The Forest of No Escape	-	Flop	Similar →
1964	Ocean Floor Crime #1	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	Bury Me Deep	-	Average	Similar →
1962	Fūshinraishin	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Being Two Isn't Easy	-	Hit	Similar →
1962	Sutekina 16-sai	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Closing Time	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	Okoto and Sasuke	Geisha 5	Flop	Similar →
1961	A Geisha's Diary	-	Hit	Similar →
1961	Shin Jinsei Gekijo	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	Bara to ryū	-	Flop	Similar →

Hiroko Hanai - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hiroko Hanai?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hiroko Hanai is "A Geisha's Diary" with a rating of 7.4/10.

How many movies has Hiroko Hanai acted in?

Hiroko Hanai has been featured in at least 12 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hiroko Hanai?

Other notable films include "Being Two Isn't Easy", "Bury Me Deep", and "The Story of a Blind Woman".