Yōko Matsuyama

Acting

Freshness: Jan 30, 2026

9Total Films

7.2 Highest Rated

Born: Nov 30, 1937

Birth Place: Matsuyama, Ehime Prefecture, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yōko Matsuyama reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Action

The majority of Yōko Matsuyama's filmography leans towards the Action 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 33% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Yōko Matsuyama remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Crimson Bat - Oichi: Wanted, Dead or Alive, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Yōko Matsuyama Movies Ranked

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

★7.2

Crimson Bat - Oichi: Wanted, Dead or Alive (1970) movie poster

★7.2

Crimson Bat - Oichi: Wanted, Dead or Alive: Oichi the Blind helps a woman escape the clutches of a high government official to go off with the man she loves. The of

Crimson Bat - Oichi: Wanted, Dead or Alive

1970•Action

★6.9

Crimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman (1969) movie poster

★6.9

Crimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman: A young girl named Oichi is abandoned by her mother and blinded by a lightning strike. When her guardian is killed, she

Crimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman

1969•Drama

★6.8

Watch Out, Crimson Bat! (1969) movie poster

★6.8

Watch Out, Crimson Bat!: A young female samurai comes upon a dying messenger and agrees to deliver the scroll he was carrying to its destination.

Watch Out, Crimson Bat!

1969•Drama

★6.4

Trapped, the Crimson Bat (1969) movie poster

★6.4

Trapped, the Crimson Bat: Oichi may have met her match as she vies against the evil beauty that has set her sights on destroying her. She must fac

Trapped, the Crimson Bat

1969•Adventure

★0.0

Pfc. Story - Behind the Enemy Lines (1960) movie poster

★0.0

Pfc. Story - Behind the Enemy Lines: First "Pfc. Story" sequel and eighth overall sequel to "Story of Second Class Private".

Pfc. Story - Behind the Enemy Lines

1960•Comedy

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yōko Matsuyama.

Year	Movie	Character	Success	More
1970	Crimson Bat - Oichi: Wanted, Dead or Alive	Oichi	Hit	Similar →
N/A	The Gion Tempest	Sumie	Flop	Similar →
1969	Watch Out, Crimson Bat!	Oichi	Hit	Similar →
1969	Trapped, the Crimson Bat	Oichi	Average	Similar →
1969	Crimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman	Oichi	Hit	Similar →
1960	Bantōhan to detchidon	-	Flop	Similar →
1960	Pfc. Story - Behind the Enemy Lines	-	Flop	Similar →
1959	Denshichi Torimonocho: Silver Snake Spell	-	Flop	Similar →
1958	Nitōhei monogatari: Shindara kami-sama no maki	Kiriko	Flop	Similar →

Yōko Matsuyama - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yōko Matsuyama?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yōko Matsuyama is "Crimson Bat - Oichi: Wanted, Dead or Alive" with a rating of 7.2/10.

How many movies has Yōko Matsuyama acted in?

Yōko Matsuyama has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yōko Matsuyama?

Other notable films include "Crimson Bat, the Blind Swordswoman", "Watch Out, Crimson Bat!", and "Trapped, the Crimson Bat".