Shogen - Actor Profile

Shogen

Acting
Freshness: Jan 19, 2026
44Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 20, 1978
Birth Place: Naha, Okinawa, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Shogen reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 44 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Shogen'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 25% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Shogen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Gensan Punch, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Shogen Movies Ranked

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

★10.0
Gensan Punch (2022) movie poster
★10.0

Gensan Punch — Nao Tsuyama, a disabled athlete, refuses to let his articifical leg hinder his dream to become a professional boxer. His

Gensan Punch

2022•Drama
★9.8
Hero's Island (2025) movie poster
★9.8

Hero's Island — Set in post-war Okinawa, Japan, Gusuku had 3 close childhood friends: On, Yamako and On's younger brother Rei. On was th

Hero's Island

2025•Drama
★8.0
Waiting for Good News (2009) movie poster
★8.0

Waiting for Good News — General store manager Akio (Tetsuji Tamayama) lives a carefree live in Okinawa with his dog, Kafu. One day he receives a

Waiting for Good News

2009•Drama
★7.2
Samurai of the Dead (2014) movie poster
★7.2

Samurai of the Dead — As the end approaches for Japan’s age of military rule, the Tokugawa shogunate brings together a squad of ruthless assas

Samurai of the Dead

2014•Comedy
★7.0
December (2023) movie poster
★7.0

December — A divorced husband and wife reunite to fight the release of their daughter's murderer.

December

2023•Thriller

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shogen.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Lone Samurai Riku Flop Similar →
2025 Hero's Island - Super Hit Similar →
2025 Purehearted - Flop Similar →
2025 Army on the Tree Matsuo Flop Similar →
2024 The Redemption of Sin Tetsuya Average Similar →
2024 A Day Begins - Flop Similar →
2023 Lightning Over the Beyond Itosu Flop Similar →
2023 Everything, Everywhere - Flop Similar →
2023 One Last Bloom Gunji Hit Similar →
2023 A Far Shore - Hit Similar →
2023 December Katsu Hit Similar →
2022 The Rise and Fall of Park Avenue and the 10 Rooms - Flop Similar →
2022 Your Lovely Smile - Flop Similar →
2022 Borderless Island - Flop Similar →
2022 Gensan Punch Nao Tsuyama Super Hit Similar →
2022 Intimate Stranger - Flop Similar →
2021 Come and Go Ryuji Sawada Flop Similar →
2021 Detective Chinatown 3 Su Chaiwit's Man Average Similar →
2021 Sexual Drive Ikeyama Average Similar →
2020 JOINT Jay Flop Similar →
2020 Tokyo Butterfly - Flop Similar →
2020 Fancy - Average Similar →
2019 Enemy Within Lt. Jack Mizuha Flop Similar →
2019 Okinawan Blue Yuhi Hanashiro Hit Similar →
2018 Tokyo Living Dead Idol Mitsuo Inuda Hit Similar →
2018 Stay Ryu Flop Similar →
2017 The Dog Bridegroom Yurina Flop Similar →
2015 CONTROL OF VIOLENCE Chris（older brother） Flop Similar →
2014 Samurai of the Dead Tojin X Hit Similar →
2014 Uzumasa Limelight - Hit Similar →
2014 ZERO: Black Blood - Kuro no Shō Kuroudo Flop Similar →
2014 ZERO: Black Blood - Shiro no Shō Kuroudo Flop Similar →
2013 TAP: Perfect Education Sôma Flop Similar →
2012 Joyū - Flop Similar →
2012 Nighthawks in Bangkok Drifter Flop Similar →
2012 The Room Taka Flop Similar →
2009 Kaiji: The Ultimate Gambler Majima Hit Similar →
2009 Kakera: A Piece of Our Life Bartender Average Similar →
2009 Waiting for Good News - Super Hit Similar →
2009 Mô Hitotsu no Yanagawa-gumi: Mukuge no Hana - Flop Similar →
2007 Bloody Snake Under the Sun - Flop Similar →
2007 Sukiyaki Western Django - Average Similar →
2007 Twilight Phantom - Flop Similar →
N/A Chameleon - Flop Similar →

Shogen - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Shogen?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shogen is "Gensan Punch" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Shogen acted in?

Shogen has been featured in at least 44 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Shogen?

Other notable films include "Hero's Island", "Waiting for Good News", and "Samurai of the Dead".