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Kunijirō Yanagi

Acting
Freshness: Jan 24, 2026
50Total Films
8.6 Highest Rated

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kunijirō Yanagi 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: Drama

The majority of Kunijirō Yanagi'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 38% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kunijirō Yanagi remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Hero of the Red Light District, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kunijirō Yanagi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kunijirō Yanagi's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kunijirō Yanagi.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1977 Decapitation of an Evil Woman - Average Similar →
1976 Yakuza Graveyard Kanematsu Kunizaki Hit Similar →
1972 The Kanto Scarlet Cherry Gang - Average Similar →
1971 The Viper Brothers - Hit Similar →
1970 Brave Red Flower of the North - Average Similar →
1969 Memoir of Japanese Assassinations - Hit Similar →
1969 Red Peony Gambler: Biographies of a Gambling Room - Average Similar →
1969 Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards Game - Hit Similar →
1968 Red Peony Gambler: Gambler's Obligation Sugawa Hit Similar →
1967 Eleven Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Code Between Brothers 5 Kisaburo Hotta Hit Similar →
1967 Samurai Wolf II - Hit Similar →
1966 Koto—The Lake of Tears - Hit Similar →
1966 The Protector - Hit Similar →
1965 Miyamoto Musashi V: Musashi vs Kojiro - Hit Similar →
1965 Three Yakuza - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Cold Rice, Osan, Chan - Average Similar →
1965 Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Group Burglars Break the Magistrate's Office - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Great Killing - Super Hit Similar →
1963 The Yagyu Military Art: The Buried Conspiracy - Average Similar →
1963 20 Duels of Young Shingo: Conclusion - Flop Similar →
1963 The Yagyu Military Art: Yagyu List - Average Similar →
1962 Mark of Blood - Average Similar →
1962 The Yagyu Military Art: One Eyed Swordsman - Average Similar →
1962 Keepers of Order - Flop Similar →
1962 Ōedo no taka - Flop Similar →
1962 Sakura Official - Average Similar →
1962 鷹天皇飄々剣 吉野の風雲児 - Flop Similar →
1962 八幡鳩九郎 - Flop Similar →
1961 The Red Shadow Sandayû Uno Average Similar →
1961 Yagyu Chronicles 3: The Valley of Outlaws - Average Similar →
1961 Restoration Fire - Hit Similar →
1961 Diary of Good Conduct Matashiro: A beautiful bat - Average Similar →
1961 Lord of Steel Heart Goro Shinano Hit Similar →
1960 Sword of Destiny - Average Similar →
1960 Hero of the Red Light District - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Ninja Assassins - Average Similar →
1959 An Actor's Revenge - Average Similar →
1959 Echo in the Mountains - Average Similar →
1959 Hawk of the North - Flop Similar →
1958 Roughneck From Asama - Hit Similar →
1958 Eight Views of Samurai - Average Similar →
1958 Noble Tasuke - Average Similar →
1956 Mysteries of Edo - Average Similar →
1956 Scramble for Fortune - Flop Similar →
1956 Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Ghost Ship - Flop Similar →
1956 Travels of Lord Mito Pt.7 - Flop Similar →
1956 Swordsman of the Two Sword Style Shishido Baiken Flop Similar →
1955 A Warrior's Flute - Average Similar →

Kunijirō Yanagi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kunijirō Yanagi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kunijirō Yanagi is "Hero of the Red Light District" with a rating of 8.6/10.

How many movies has Kunijirō Yanagi acted in?

Kunijirō Yanagi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kunijirō Yanagi?

Other notable films include "Group Burglars Break the Magistrate's Office", "Lord Tokugawa Ieyasu", and "Three Yakuza".