What is Michiko Takano's latest movie?

Michiko Takano's most recent film is "High School Third Graders" (1963).

Is Michiko Takano a good actor?

Michiko Takano has an average audience rating of 2.3/10 across 15 films on movieMx, with standout performances in Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp, A Geisha's Diary, The Whale God.

Michiko Takano

Q: What is the best movie of Michiko Takano?

According to audience ratings on movieMx, the best movie starring Michiko Takano is "Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp" with a rating of 8.0/10.

Q: How many movies has Michiko Takano acted in?

Michiko Takano has been featured in at least 15 major films. Their complete ranked filmography is listed on this page.

Acting

Updated: Apr 18, 2026

15Total Films

8.0 Highest Rated

Michiko Takano Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Michiko Takano reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 15 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Michiko Takano's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Michiko Takano's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp, which stands out as a key performance.

Best Michiko Takano Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Michiko Takano's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0

Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp (1963) movie poster

★8.0

Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp: Nishina Saburouta is powerful but corrupted priest. One night, an old samurai who couldn't bear him any more, attempts t

Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp

1963•Horror

★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

★6.8

The Whale God: A fishing village is terrorized by a giant whale, and the fishermen are determined to kill it.

The Whale God

1962•Adventure

★6.0

★6.0

The Radiant Prince: Hikaru Genji, the haunted romantic hero of Lady Murasaki Shikibu’s “Genji Monogatari” (Tale of Genji) comes to life in t

The Radiant Prince

1961•Drama

★5.8

★5.8

A Woman's Testament: The first story concerns an attractive young woman who works in a Tokyo nightclub. Her plan for a solid financial future

A Woman's Testament

1960•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Michiko Takano has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1963	High School Third Graders	-	Flop	Similar →
1963	Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp	-	Super Hit	Similar →
1963	Young Trees	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Ken ni kakeru	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	Kakkoii wakamono tachi	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	The Whale God	Yuki	Hit	Similar →
1962	Sutekina 16-sai	-	Flop	Similar →
1962	雪の降る街に	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	Wakai yatsura no kaidan	-	Flop	Similar →
1961	The Radiant Prince	Murasaki	Average	Similar →
1961	A Geisha's Diary	Toshiko	Hit	Similar →
1960	A Woman's Testament	-	Average	Similar →
1959	Jōen	-	Flop	Similar →
1957	Jū nana-sai no dangai	-	Flop	Similar →
1957	On This Earth	Ichiko - a maiko	Flop	Similar →

Michiko Takano - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Michiko Takano?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Michiko Takano is "Ghost Story of Devil's Fire Swamp" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Michiko Takano acted in?

Michiko Takano has been featured in at least 15 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Michiko Takano?

Other notable films include "A Geisha's Diary", "The Whale God", and "The Radiant Prince".