Akaji Maro - Actor Profile

Akaji Maro

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 23, 1943
Birth Place: Sakurai, Nara Prefecture, Japan

About Akaji Maro

Akaji Maro (麿 赤児 Maro Akaji, born February 23, 1943) is a Japanese actor, butoh performer, and theater director. He is the founder of Dairakudakan. One of his sons is the film director Tatsushi Ōmori; another is the actor Nao Ōmori.

Akaji Maro Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Akaji Maro reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Akaji Maro'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 Swing Man, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Akaji Maro Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

Every movie Akaji Maro has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Kaiju Guy! - Super Hit Similar →
2023 Love Will Tear Us Apart Ryûjin Maro Hit Similar →
2023 We Make Antiques! Osaka Dreams - Super Hit Similar →
2022 Doomsday Detective - Super Hit Similar →
2022 Tonbi Kaiun Super Hit Similar →
2021 Dreams on Fire Grandfather Super Hit Similar →
2019 SHANAŌ: Les Garçons-Bonbons 3 Narration (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2018 Uta Monogatari: Cinema Fighters Project On (segment "Kuu") Hit Similar →
2017 Sekigahara Ishin Shimazu Hit Similar →
2013 Why Don't You Play in Hell? - Hit Similar →
2012 SPEC: Heaven Akira Nitanai Hit Similar →
2012 The Pod of Good Fortune Yonosuke Matsudaira Super Hit Similar →
2011 Sukiyaki - Super Hit Similar →
2011 Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair Boss Ozawah Super Hit Similar →
2010 Kazura - Hit Similar →
2009 Asahiyama Zoo Story: Penguins in the Sky - Super Hit Similar →
2007 Pacchigi! Love & Peace - Hit Similar →
2006 GARO Special: Beast of the Demon Night Makai Priest Amon Super Hit Similar →
2004 The Motive A-san Hit Similar →
2004 Kill Bill: Vol. 2 Boss Ozawah Super Hit Similar →
2003 Kill Bill: Vol. 1 Boss Ozawah Super Hit Similar →
2002 Jam Films - Super Hit Similar →
2002 Drive Lord Kobari Hit Similar →
2002 Shangri-La Ookura Nagashima Hit Similar →
2000 Swing Man Oda Super Hit Similar →
2000 Making of Gemini Self Hit Similar →
2000 Monday Homeless Man / Demon Hit Similar →
1999 The Night the Angel Turned Away Aota Hit Similar →
1999 Kikujiro Crazy Man Super Hit Similar →
1999 Shin-Karajishi Kabushiki-Kaisha - Super Hit Similar →
1998 The Haunted Lantern - Hit Similar →
1997 Lie Lie Lie Den Super Hit Similar →
1997 Postman Blues Boss of Minato Gang Hit Similar →
1997 An Angel with Many Scars - Super Hit Similar →
1996 That's Cheating! The Biggest Plan in History? - Hit Similar →
1996 The Trap Lt. Nakayama Hit Similar →
1995 A Last Note - Hit Similar →
1995 Boxer Joe - Super Hit Similar →
1995 The Stairway to the Distant Past Lt. Nakayama Hit Similar →
1995 Heisei Irresponsible Family: Tokyo de Luxe Kanji, Nobuko's father Super Hit Similar →
1994 Uneasy Encounters Man of dry river bed Super Hit Similar →
1994 The Most Terrible Time in My Life Lt. Nakayama Super Hit Similar →
1993 All Under the Moon Senba Hit Similar →
1993 Death of the Lion Kings Sakurai Super Hit Similar →
1991 Check Hakugin Super Hit Similar →
1990 Butoh: Body on the Edge of Crisis Himself Super Hit Similar →
1989 Circus Boys Tattoo Master Hit Similar →
1989 Knockout Daisuke Kamoi Hit Similar →
1977 The Love and Adventures of Kuroki Taro - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Pistol That Sprouted Hair Taka Hit Similar →

Akaji Maro - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akaji Maro?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akaji Maro is "Swing Man" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Akaji Maro acted in?

Akaji Maro has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akaji Maro?

Other notable films include "Check", "SHANAŌ: Les Garçons-Bonbons 3", and "Death of the Lion Kings".

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