Kyōko Kusajima

Acting

Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

25Total Films

7.7 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 25, 1919

Birth Place: Yamagata Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Kyōko Kusajima reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 25 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Kyōko Kusajima'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 12% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Kyōko Kusajima remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Life of Oharu, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Kyōko Kusajima Movies Ranked

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

★7.7

★7.7

The Life of Oharu: In 17th century Edo Period Japan, a noblewoman's banishment for her love affair with a lowly page signals the beginning

The Life of Oharu

1952•Drama

★7.1

Utamaro and His Five Women (1946) movie poster

★7.1

Utamaro and His Five Women: Utamaro, a great artist, lives to create portraits of beautiful women, and the brothels of Tokyo provide his models. A w

Utamaro and His Five Women

1946•Drama

★6.9

★6.9

Youth in Fury: A reckless student contemplates terrorism in a prescient film that confirmed Shinoda as a fearless member of Shochiku's

Youth in Fury

1960•Drama

★6.4

To Sleep So as to Dream (1986) movie poster

★6.4

To Sleep So as to Dream: An aging silent film actress hires a private eye and his wacky but helpful assistant to track down her missing daughter,

To Sleep So as to Dream

1986•Fantasy

★5.0

★5.0

Five Men of Edo: During the 17th Century roving bands of hatamoto were causing trouble in the new capital city of Edo and constantly foug

Five Men of Edo

1951•Action

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Kyōko Kusajima.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1986	To Sleep So as to Dream	Old Lady in the Comb Shop	Average	Similar →
1960	Youth in Fury	-	Hit	Similar →
1960	命との対決	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	ある落日	-	Flop	Similar →
1958	One Step to Happiness	-	Flop	Similar →
1957	Utau yajikita kogane dōchū	-	Flop	Similar →
1955	元祿美少年記	お春	Flop	Similar →
1955	Ejima and Ikushima	梅山	Flop	Similar →
1955	若き日の千葉周作	ふみ	Flop	Similar →
1954	Travels of Lord Mito Pt.3	-	Flop	Similar →
1954	Edo no yubae	料亭女将	Flop	Similar →
1954	Beautiful Tengu	妻おかつ	Flop	Similar →
1954	快盗三人吉三	萩乃	Flop	Similar →
1953	The Brothers who Protect the Mountain	Ohana	Flop	Similar →
1953	お役者小僧	お柳	Flop	Similar →
1953	Otome no shinsatsu-shitsu	-	Flop	Similar →
1952	The Life of Oharu	Sodegaki	Super Hit	Similar →
1952	治郎吉格子	お駒	Flop	Similar →
1951	Five Men of Edo	Nakai	Flop	Similar →
1950	風雲金毘羅山	-	Flop	Similar →
1950	Resurrection	-	Flop	Similar →
1950	Enoken ohako rakuda no Ma-san	-	Flop	Similar →
1949	The Bridal Night Again	-	Flop	Similar →
1946	Utamaro and His Five Women	Oman	Hit	Similar →
1946	The Brick Factory Girl	Kikuko	Flop	Similar →

Kyōko Kusajima - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kyōko Kusajima?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kyōko Kusajima is "The Life of Oharu" with a rating of 7.7/10.

How many movies has Kyōko Kusajima acted in?

Kyōko Kusajima has been featured in at least 25 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kyōko Kusajima?

Other notable films include "Utamaro and His Five Women", "Youth in Fury", and "To Sleep So as to Dream".