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Akitake Kōno

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 8, 1911
Birth Place: Nagasaki, Japan

About Akitake Kōno

Akitake Kōno (河野 秋武 Kōno Akitake, 8 October 1911 – 17 March 1978) was a Japanese film actor. He appeared in more than sixty films from 1943 to 1973. Kōno started acting with the Zenshinza theater troupe before joining the Toho studio in 1942. Mostly a character actor, he appeared in films by directors such as Akira Kurosawa and Kenji Mizoguchi as well on television.

Akitake Kōno Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Akitake Kōno 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 Akitake Kōno's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Akitake Kōno'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 Saga of the Vagabonds, Part Two: Forward at Dawn, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Akitake Kōno Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Akitake Kōno's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Akitake Kōno has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1973 Miyamoto Musashi Kimura Sukekuro Hit Similar →
1971 The Viper Brothers Kingoro The Tattoo Master Super Hit Similar →
1969 Broken Swords - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Farewell, My Beloved - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Three Gamblers Toyomatsu Inoue Super Hit Similar →
1966 You and I - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Japan's Most Chivalrous Gennosuke Shioya Super Hit Similar →
1964 Ken Kiuchi Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Lord's spy - Hit Similar →
1963 Tange Sazen - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Tragedy of the Coolie Samurai - Super Hit Similar →
1963 Tokyo Untouchable: Escape Katagiri Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Escape - Hit Similar →
1962 Travels of Hibari and Chiemi: The Tumultuous Journey - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Restoration Fire Heikichi Hit Similar →
1961 Case of a Young Lord 9: Black Camellia - Hit Similar →
1960 Castle of Flames - Hit Similar →
1960 Outlaw Under a Blue Canopy - Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Great Road - Super Hit Similar →
1960 When a Woman Loves Okada Super Hit Similar →
1959 Sword of Vision Okubo Hikozaemon Super Hit Similar →
1959 Happily Tied to the Road Sanemon Super Hit Similar →
1959 The Hidden Treasure - Hit Similar →
1959 The Human Condition I: No Greater Love Kôno Taii Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Outsiders Doctor Kimura Hit Similar →
1958 I Want to Be a Shellfish - Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Shogun’s Guard, Shinsengumi Furutaka Shuntaro Super Hit Similar →
1958 Wind, Woman and Road - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Tales of Young Genji Kuro 2 - Hit Similar →
1957 The Temptress and the Monk Medicine seller Super Hit Similar →
1957 A Sun-Tribe Myth from the Bakumatsu Era Matabei Hit Similar →
1956 Satan's Town Sasaki Super Hit Similar →
1956 Love is Lost Yoshizo Super Hit Similar →
1955 Policeman's Diary, Part 2 - Super Hit Similar →
1955 The Wolves - Hit Similar →
1955 Six Assassins - Super Hit Similar →
1954 The Black Current - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Sansho the Bailiff Taro Super Hit Similar →
1953 The Cannery Boat Shibaura Super Hit Similar →
1951 Lantern Under a Full Moon - Super Hit Similar →
1950 Listen to the Voices of the Sea - Super Hit Similar →
1949 Lady From Hell - Super Hit Similar →
1947 Actress Haruyoshi Kobayashi Hit Similar →
1947 Snow Trail Honda Hit Similar →
1946 No Regrets for Our Youth Itokawa Hit Similar →
1946 An Enemy of the People - Super Hit Similar →
1945 Three Women of the North - Super Hit Similar →
1944 Battle Troop Murakami Super Hit Similar →
1944 Four Marriages - Super Hit Similar →
1937 Saga of the Vagabonds, Part Two: Forward at Dawn - Super Hit Similar →

Akitake Kōno - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Akitake Kōno?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Akitake Kōno is "Saga of the Vagabonds, Part Two: Forward at Dawn" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Akitake Kōno acted in?

Akitake Kōno has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Akitake Kōno?

Other notable films include "Battle Troop", "Satan's Town", and "Three Women of the North".

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