Kentarō Shimazu

Acting

Freshness: Jan 21, 2026

50Total Films

9.5 Highest Rated

Born: Jun 11, 1969

Birth Place: Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kentarō Shimazu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Kentarō Shimazu's filmography leans towards the Action 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 28% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kentarō Shimazu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Welcome to Japan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kentarō Shimazu Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kentarō Shimazu's career based on audience ratings.

★9.5

★9.5

Welcome to Japan: Japan hosts an East Asian international tournament in 2020. Many thuggish personalities are travelling to Japan for the

Welcome to Japan

2019•Horror

★8.5

Uchu Sentai Kyuranger: Episode of Stinger (2017) movie poster

★8.5

Uchu Sentai Kyuranger: Episode of Stinger: While conducting a liberation mission on Planet Sleeby of the Norma constellation, Stinger and Champ are attacked by Jar

Uchu Sentai Kyuranger: Episode of Stinger

2017•Sci-Fi

★7.7

Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend Ends (2014) movie poster

★7.7

Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend Ends: Shishio sets sail in his ironclad ship to bring down the government. In order to stop him, Kenshin trains with his old m

Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend Ends

2014•Action

★7.7

We're a Bounty Hunter Team! (2014) movie poster

★7.7

We're a Bounty Hunter Team!: Fourth film from "Toei Hero Next" series featuring actors playing heroes of Toei tokusatsu series. This time, six cast o

We're a Bounty Hunter Team!

2014•Action

★7.6

Rurouni Kenshin Part II: Kyoto Inferno (2014) movie poster

★7.6

Rurouni Kenshin Part II: Kyoto Inferno: Kenshin has settled into his new life with Kaoru and his other friends when he is approached with a request from the Mei

Rurouni Kenshin Part II: Kyoto Inferno

2014•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kentarō Shimazu.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2024	Golden Kamuy	Kanjiro Kasahara	Hit	Similar →
2023	Ninja vs Shark	Mayor	Average	Similar →
2022	Bad City	Captain Ikeda	Hit	Similar →
2021	Mashin Sentai Kiramager Spin-Off: Yodonna 2	-	Hit	Similar →
2021	Mashin Sentai Kiramager Spin-Off: Yodonna	Gangster	Flop	Similar →
2021	Japan Gangster War Chapter 10	-	Flop	Similar →
2020	Japan Gangster War Chapter 8	-	Flop	Similar →
2020	Japan Gangster War Chapter 6	-	Flop	Similar →
2020	Japan Gangster War Chapter 5	-	Flop	Similar →
2019	Welcome to Japan	-	Super Hit	Similar →
2019	Black Fox: Age of the Ninja	Aren Isurugi	Hit	Similar →
2019	Japan Gangster War Chapter 3	-	Flop	Similar →
2019	Japan Gangster War Chapter 4	-	Flop	Similar →
2019	Japan Gangster War	-	Hit	Similar →
2019	Japan Gangster War Chapter 2	-	Flop	Similar →
2018	Smoking Aliens	高橋雄二	Average	Similar →
2017	Manhunt	Negotiator	Average	Similar →
2017	Uchu Sentai Kyuranger: Episode of Stinger	Tanaka	Super Hit	Similar →
2017	Meatball Machine Kodoku	Police squad head	Average	Similar →
2017	God of War	Noma	Average	Similar →
2017	Hurricane Polymar	Sumitani	Flop	Similar →
2015	Ninja Hunter	-	Hit	Similar →
2015	The Ninja War of Torakage	Rayaku	Average	Similar →
2014	Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend Ends	Saizuchi	Super Hit	Similar →
2014	Rurouni Kenshin Part II: Kyoto Inferno	Saizuchi	Super Hit	Similar →
2014	The World of Kanako	Police Officer (uncredited)	Hit	Similar →
2014	We're a Bounty Hunter Team!	Co-Worker	Super Hit	Similar →
2013	Jellyfish Eyes	Vice Principal	Flop	Similar →
2013	Travelers	Brain	Flop	Similar →
2013	Kamen Rider × Super Sentai × Space Sheriff: Super Hero Wars Otsu: Heroo! Answers	Gentle	Flop	Similar →
2013	Bushido Man	Billy Shimabukuro 'Gun Master'	Average	Similar →
2012	Kamen Rider × Kamen Rider Wizard & Fourze: Movie Wars Ultimatum	Miu's Manager	Flop	Similar →
2012	Dead Sushi	Yamada	Average	Similar →
2012	Dokurogeki 2: atoaji no warui sasupensu	-	Hit	Similar →
2012	Zombie Ass: Toilet of the Dead	Take	Flop	Similar →
2011	Karate-Robo Zaborgar	-	Average	Similar →
2011	The Kunoichi: Ninja Girl	Diseased Man	Flop	Similar →
2011	Yakuza Weapon	-	Flop	Similar →
2010	Alien vs. Ninja	-	Flop	Similar →
2010	Mutant Girls Squad	-	Flop	Similar →
2009	RoboGeisha	Kogure	Flop	Similar →
2009	Samurai Princess	Shachi	Flop	Similar →
2009	Ninja Battle	Yoshimori	Flop	Similar →
2009	Rogue Ninja	-	Hit	Similar →
2009	Shyness Machine Girl	Ryûji Kimura	Flop	Similar →
2008	Tokyo Gore Police	-	Average	Similar →
2008	Be a Man!! Samurai School	-	Flop	Similar →
2008	The Machine Girl	Ryûji Kimura	Average	Similar →
2006	The Legend of Red Dragon	-	Average	Similar →
2005	Death Trance	Mountain Bandit A	Average	Similar →

Kentarō Shimazu - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kentarō Shimazu?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kentarō Shimazu is "Welcome to Japan" with a rating of 9.5/10.

How many movies has Kentarō Shimazu acted in?

Kentarō Shimazu has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kentarō Shimazu?

Other notable films include "Uchu Sentai Kyuranger: Episode of Stinger", "Rurouni Kenshin Part III: The Legend Ends", and "We're a Bounty Hunter Team!".