Yumi Shirakawa - Actor Profile

Yumi Shirakawa

Acting
Freshness: Jan 27, 2026
50Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 21, 1936
Birth Place: Shinagawa, Tokyo, Japan

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Yumi Shirakawa reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Yumi Shirakawa'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), Yumi Shirakawa remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Yearning, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Yumi Shirakawa Movies Ranked

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

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Yumi Shirakawa.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2011 Circumstances Takakura Hiroko Flop Similar →
2009 Anmitsu Hime 2 Tencha Flop Similar →
2008 Anmitsu Hime Shibucha Flop Similar →
2007 Hanaikusa Haruba Hit Similar →
1993 Roman Holiday - Flop Similar →
1983 The Guy Who Brings On A Storm - Flop Similar →
1969 Konto 55: Mankind's Weaknesses Yoshiko Hata Flop Similar →
1968 Young Challengers Fusa Namikawa Flop Similar →
1968 My Brother, My Love Reiko Flop Similar →
1968 Devils-in-Law - Flop Similar →
1966 Adventure in Kigan Castle Queen Izato Average Similar →
1964 Yearning Takako Morita Super Hit Similar →
1963 Japan's No. 1 Playboy Haruko Flop Similar →
1962 Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū ren'ai kōsa-ten - Flop Similar →
1962 Chûshingura Ume Hit Similar →
1962 Chihō kisha - Flop Similar →
1962 The Daughters of the Saotome Family - Flop Similar →
1962 Kōkōsei to jokyōshi hijō no seishun - Flop Similar →
1962 Jūyaku kōho-sei nanbā 1 - Flop Similar →
1962 Gorath Tomoko Sonoda Average Similar →
1962 Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū - Flop Similar →
1961 Different Sons Yoko Flop Similar →
1961 The End of Summer Nakanishi Takako Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Last War Sanae Average Similar →
1961 A Man in Red - Flop Similar →
1961 Zoku sararīman yajikita dōchū - Flop Similar →
1961 Sararīman yajikita dōchū - Flop Similar →
1961 Challenge to Live - Flop Similar →
1961 Romance Express - Flop Similar →
1960 Sazae And Aunt Apron - Flop Similar →
1960 Man Against Man Mineko Saijo Flop Similar →
1960 The Lovelorn Geisha - Average Similar →
1960 The Secret of the Telegian Akiko Nakajo Average Similar →
1960 Sazae-san's Baby - Flop Similar →
1960 Beyond the Hills Misako Inoue Flop Similar →
1959 Sazae-san's Newlywed Family - Flop Similar →
1959 The Beast Shall Die - Average Similar →
1959 The Story of Iron Arm Inao Setsuko Sugiura Flop Similar →
1959 The Big Boss Junko Average Similar →
1959 Sazae-san's Marriage - Flop Similar →
1958 Adults Cannot Understand - Record of Youth - Flop Similar →
1958 The H-Man Chikako Arai Average Similar →
1958 The Princess of Badger Palace Ocho Flop Similar →
1958 The Capital of Love Teruko Haraguchi Flop Similar →
1957 The Mysterians Etsuko Shiraishi Average Similar →
1957 Rodan! The Flying Monster Kiyo Average Similar →
1957 Good Luck to These Two - Average Similar →
1956 Rodan Kiyo Hit Similar →
1956 Sazae-san - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Scoundrel - Flop Similar →

Yumi Shirakawa - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yumi Shirakawa?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yumi Shirakawa is "Yearning" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Yumi Shirakawa acted in?

Yumi Shirakawa has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yumi Shirakawa?

Other notable films include "Sazae-san", "The End of Summer", and "Chûshingura".