Mariko Ishihara

Acting

Freshness: Jan 19, 2026

11Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Born: Feb 4, 1964

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Mariko Ishihara reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 11 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Mariko Ishihara'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 9% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Mariko Ishihara remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Miyuki, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Mariko Ishihara Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mariko Ishihara's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

Miyuki —

Miyuki

1983•Drama

★6.1

★6.1

Death Shadows — Three men sentenced to death are spared and changed into “shadows executioners”, a group of ruthless ninja working for m

Death Shadows

1986•Action

★5.8

★5.8

Dreamy Fifteen — Aspiring to be admitted to a good university and to become a lawyer, Tasiro Yuusuke, a tenth-grader from Kyushu, enrolls

Dreamy Fifteen

1980•Drama

★5.1

★5.1

Oar — Drama about the difficult relationship between a former wrestler, his wife and their adopted children.

Oar

1985•Drama

★4.8

Maison Ikkoku - Apartment Fantasy (1986) movie poster

★4.8

Maison Ikkoku - Apartment Fantasy — Travel into Japan's nuttiest apartment house and meet its volatile inhabitants: Kyoko, the beautiful and mysterious new

Maison Ikkoku - Apartment Fantasy

1986•Drama

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Mariko Ishihara.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
2007	Fuzoroi na Himitsu	-	Flop	Similar →
2007	How to Become Myself	Satsuki Oshima	Flop	Similar →
1987	The Heartbreak Yakuza	-	Flop	Similar →
1986	Maison Ikkoku - Apartment Fantasy	Kyôko Otonashi	Flop	Similar →
1986	Death Shadows	Ocho / Her Mother	Average	Similar →
1985	Oar	Kiku	Flop	Similar →
1984	F2 Grand Prix	Shinobu Usami	Flop	Similar →
1984	Okita Soji: Swordsman of Fire	-	Flop	Similar →
1984	Gubijinsô: Maboroshi no ai ni hateta murasaki no onna!	-	Flop	Similar →
1983	Miyuki	Yuko Makino	Super Hit	Similar →
1980	Dreamy Fifteen	Sugimura	Average	Similar →

Mariko Ishihara - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mariko Ishihara?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mariko Ishihara is "Miyuki" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Mariko Ishihara acted in?

Mariko Ishihara has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mariko Ishihara?

Other notable films include "Death Shadows", "Dreamy Fifteen", and "Oar".