Hisao Yoshitani

Acting

Freshness: Jan 26, 2026

13Total Films

6.5 Highest Rated

Born: Oct 30, 1903

Birth Place: Hiroshima, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Hisao Yoshitani reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 13 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Hisao Yoshitani'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 8% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Hisao Yoshitani remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Neighbour's Wife and Mine, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Hisao Yoshitani Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Hisao Yoshitani's career based on audience ratings.

★6.5

The Neighbour's Wife and Mine (1931) movie poster

★6.5

The Neighbour's Wife and Mine: A playwright moves to a rural neighborhood to avoid the distractions of the city, but he discovers there are plenty of w

The Neighbour's Wife and Mine

1931•Drama

★6.0

★6.0

Walk Cheerfully: Kenji is a small-time thief who likes drinking and fighting. When he falls in love with sweet and simple Yazue, and she

Walk Cheerfully

1930•Romance

★5.7

★5.7

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

Fighting Friends

1929•Comedy

★0.0

★0.0

King of the Land: Japanese silent film from 1928, ranked as Kinema Junpo's second-best Japanese movie of the year.

King of the Land

1928•Drama

★0.0

The Big City: Labor:

The Big City: Labor

1929

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Hisao Yoshitani.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1936	Passionate Poet Ishikawa Takuboku - Hometown	-	Flop	Similar →
1933	Tipsy Life	-	Flop	Similar →
1931	The Neighbour's Wife and Mine	-	Hit	Similar →
1930	Marching On	Postman	Flop	Similar →
1930	Walk Cheerfully	Senko	Average	Similar →
1930	The Beating	-	Flop	Similar →
1929	The Father and His Son	Tōkichi (Son)	Flop	Similar →
1929	Fighting Friends	Yoshizo	Average	Similar →
1929	The Big City: Labor	Horiuchi (assistant engineer)	Flop	Similar →
1929	The Blacksmith of the Forest	Gosaku, the Villager	Flop	Similar →
1928	King of the Land	Yazaki Mankichi	Flop	Similar →
1928	A Wife Quits	Aoki	Flop	Similar →
1928	Dreams of Youth	Heiichi Katô	Flop	Similar →

Hisao Yoshitani - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Hisao Yoshitani?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Hisao Yoshitani is "The Neighbour's Wife and Mine" with a rating of 6.5/10.

How many movies has Hisao Yoshitani acted in?

Hisao Yoshitani has been featured in at least 13 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Hisao Yoshitani?

Other notable films include "Walk Cheerfully", "Fighting Friends", and "King of the Land".