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Shirō Tsuchiya

Acting
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 5, 1901
Birth Place: Akita, Akita Prefecture, Japan

Shirō Tsuchiya Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Shirō Tsuchiya reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Shirō Tsuchiya'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 Irresponsible Age of Japan, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Shirō Tsuchiya Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Shirō Tsuchiya's career based on audience ratings.

★8.0
Irresponsible Age of Japan (1962) movie poster
★8.0

Irresponsible Age of Japan: An irresponsible salaryman works his way to the top of the corporate ladder.

Irresponsible Age of Japan

1962•Music
★7.9
Throne of Blood (1957) movie poster
★7.9

Throne of Blood: Returning to their lord's castle, samurai warriors Washizu and Miki are waylaid by a spirit who predicts their futures.

Throne of Blood

1957•Drama
★7.7
The Bad Sleep Well (1960) movie poster
★7.7

The Bad Sleep Well: In this loose adaptation of "Hamlet," illegitimate son Kôichi Nishi climbs to a high position within a Japanese corporat

The Bad Sleep Well

1960•Crime
★7.6
The Eagle of the Pacific (1953) movie poster
★7.6

The Eagle of the Pacific: Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, a brilliant tactician, is a loyal subject of the emperor, despite his grave misgivings about l

The Eagle of the Pacific

1953•Drama
★7.5
The Age of Assassins (1967) movie poster
★7.5

The Age of Assassins: A nerdy young college instructor named Shinji Kikyo returns home one day to find himself the target of a mad assassin. S

The Age of Assassins

1967•Comedy

Full Filmography

Every movie Shirō Tsuchiya has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1969 5 Gents Fly to Kyushu Part II Fukami Flop Similar →
1967 Five Gents Prefer Geisha Tourism Official A Flop Similar →
1967 The Age of Assassins - Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Daphne - Flop Similar →
1966 The Man from Planet Alpha - Flop Similar →
1965 The White Rose of Hong Kong Lu Zhi-yuan Flop Similar →
1964 Irresponsible Life in Edo Japan - Flop Similar →
1964 Mothra vs. Godzilla Shizunoura Fisherman Hit Similar →
1963 Atragon Senior Officer Hit Similar →
1963 Company President Travels Abroad - Flop Similar →
1962 Irresponsible Age of Japan - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Operation Sewer Rats (uncredited) Flop Similar →
1961 Different Sons - Flop Similar →
1961 B.G Story: Designs of a 20 Year-Old - Flop Similar →
1961 The Last War Minister of Justice Average Similar →
1961 Awamori-kun kanpai! - Flop Similar →
1961 Daredevil in the Castle Tosho Horita Hit Similar →
1960 The Bad Sleep Well Construction Company Employee #1 Super Hit Similar →
1960 New Third Class Executive: Husband Education President Aoyama Flop Similar →
1960 Salarygirl Story: Saucy Staff Executive Director Hayashi Flop Similar →
1960 Salaryman Idea Book: Concern for Success Buchō Kuwahara Flop Similar →
1960 The Secret of the Telegian - Average Similar →
1960 Diary of a Successful Salaryman • Conclusion-Bridegroom: Manager No.1 - Flop Similar →
1960 Ginza Tomboy Kōtachi Momozono (Former Duke) Flop Similar →
1960 Salaryman Idea Book: Man of Worrisome Episodes - Flop Similar →
1960 The Last Gunfight Big Shot Average Similar →
1959 The Enchanting Devil - Flop Similar →
1959 The Beast Shall Die - Average Similar →
1959 Fox and Raccoon Tsuchiya, Bicycle Shop Flop Similar →
1959 3 Dolls in College - Flop Similar →
1959 Diary of a Company President: Peaceful Period - Flop Similar →
1958 The H-Man Executive Police Officer (uncredited) Average Similar →
1958 In Self-Defense - Flop Similar →
1958 Executive Chair Ryusuke Aikawa Flop Similar →
1958 Angkor Wat Story - Beautiful Sadness - Flop Similar →
1958 The Third President - Flop Similar →
1957 Down Town - Flop Similar →
1957 The Men of Toho-ku - Flop Similar →
1957 A Dangerous Hero - Flop Similar →
1957 Zoku Ôban: Fûun hen - Flop Similar →
1957 Last Days of the Samurai Soemon Hara Flop Similar →
1957 Throne of Blood Commander Super Hit Similar →
1956 Samurai III: Duel at Ganryu Island (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1955 Marital Relations - Flop Similar →
1954 Invisible Man - Average Similar →
1953 The Eagle of the Pacific - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Mr. Pu - Hit Similar →
1952 Forty-Eight Man - Flop Similar →
1951 The Lady of Musashino - Average Similar →
1930 Youth, Why Do You Cry? Newspaper Reporter Flop Similar →

Shirō Tsuchiya - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shirō Tsuchiya?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shirō Tsuchiya is "Irresponsible Age of Japan" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Shirō Tsuchiya acted in?

Shirō Tsuchiya has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shirō Tsuchiya?

Other notable films include "Throne of Blood", "The Bad Sleep Well", and "The Eagle of the Pacific".

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