Tsûsai Sugawara - Actor Profile

Tsûsai Sugawara

Acting
Updated: Apr 15, 2026
18Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 16, 1894
Birth Place: Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture, Japan

About Tsûsai Sugawara

Japanese social activist, business leader, writer, art patron, and occasional actor. In the West he is best known for his cameo appearances in several of the last films directed by Yasujirō Ozu

Tsûsai Sugawara Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tsûsai Sugawara reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 18 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 67% of Tsûsai Sugawara'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 The Kii River, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tsûsai Sugawara Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie Tsûsai Sugawara has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1973 Tokyo-Seoul-Bangkok Drug Triangle Tsusai Sugawara Flop Similar →
1972 The Horrible Obsessions Sugawara Average Similar →
1972 A Narcotics Agent's Ballad - Hit Similar →
1966 The Kii River Tazaki Super Hit Similar →
1965 A Trap - Hit Similar →
1964 How to Make Money - Flop Similar →
1962 The King - Flop Similar →
1962 An Autumn Afternoon Dousousei Sugai Super Hit Similar →
1962 This Year's Love - Average Similar →
1961 A Geisha's Diary Shimazaki Hit Similar →
1960 Late Autumn Sushiya Kyaku Super Hit Similar →
1959 Floating Weeds Sushi Restaurant Customer Super Hit Similar →
1959 Good Morning Customer Super Hit Similar →
1958 Equinox Flower Mr. Sugai Hit Similar →
1958 Flower's Yearning Tsuzuki Keigo Flop Similar →
1957 Tokyo Twilight Mahjong Parlor Owner Super Hit Similar →
1956 Our Town Tsuruta Tomizō, Diving Company Boss Hit Similar →
1956 Early Spring Mr. Sugai Super Hit Similar →

Tsûsai Sugawara - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tsûsai Sugawara?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tsûsai Sugawara is "The Kii River" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Tsûsai Sugawara acted in?

Tsûsai Sugawara has been featured in at least 18 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tsûsai Sugawara?

Other notable films include "An Autumn Afternoon", "Good Morning", and "Late Autumn".

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