Ichirō Nakatani - Actor Profile

Ichirō Nakatani

Acting
Updated: May 14, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 15, 1930
Birth Place: Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

About Ichirō Nakatani

Ichirō Nakatani (Japanese: 中谷 一郎, Hepburn: Nakatani Ichirō) was a Japanese actor. He attended Waseda University but withdrew before completing his degree and joining the Haiyuza Theatre Company. In 1959, Nakatani won Elan d'or Award for Newcomer of the Year. Nakatani was well known for his role as Ninja Kazaguruma no Yahichi in the jidaigeki drama Mito Kōmon.

Ichirō Nakatani Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Ichirō Nakatani'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 Local Reporter, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ichirō Nakatani Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Ichirō Nakatani's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Ichirō Nakatani has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1987 The Story of Jiro 東医師 Super Hit Similar →
1982 Tange Sazen: The Million Ryo Pot - Super Hit Similar →
1981 Willful Murder Toyama Super Hit Similar →
1979 The Last Game - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Lord Mito Kazaguruma no Yashichi Super Hit Similar →
1978 Dynamite Don-Don Yuichi Super Hit Similar →
1977 Sugata Sanshiro Saburo Monma Super Hit Similar →
1976 Human Revolution II - Super Hit Similar →
1975 The Fossil Taisuke, Tajihei's brother Hit Similar →
1974 Sandakan No. 8 Yamamoto Super Hit Similar →
1974 My Blood is the Blood of Others - Super Hit Similar →
1974 The Homeless Tappei Super Hit Similar →
1972 Lone Wolf and Cub: Baby Cart to Hades Yagyu Samurai Hit Similar →
1971 The Battle of Okinawa Chief of Staff Ueno Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Gift of the Fox - Hit Similar →
1970 The Militarists Sano Super Hit Similar →
1970 Wicked Priest 4: The Killer Priest Comes Back - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Admiral Borneo: Betting at the Equator - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Samurai Banners - Hit Similar →
1968 The Daring Nun Goro Isaoka Super Hit Similar →
1968 Admiral Yamamoto (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1967 A Story from Abashiri Prison—Duel in Snow Storm Nankai Super Hit Similar →
1967 A Killer's Key Ishino Super Hit Similar →
1967 対決 - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Japan's Longest Day First Lieutnenant Kuroda Hit Similar →
1967 Samurai Wolf II Ikkaku Hit Similar →
1966 Rub Out the Past Kosuke Tatsumi Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Front Line Showdown - Super Hit Similar →
1966 By a Man's Face Shall You Know Him - Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Sword of Doom Bunnojo Utsuki Super Hit Similar →
1966 Cash Calls Hell Fuyujima Super Hit Similar →
1965 Prison Walls of Abashiri 3 Takeshi Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Spy - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Prison Walls of Abashiri, Part 2 Yoshiyama Super Hit Similar →
1965 Kwaidan (segment "Hoichi the Earless") (uncredited) Super Hit Similar →
1964 Black Strait Tetsuji Onuki Super Hit Similar →
1964 Oh, Bomb! Yasaburo Yatou Super Hit Similar →
1962 Operation Enemy Fort - Hit Similar →
1962 Local Reporter - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Farm Girls - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Harakiri Hayato Yazaki Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Witness Killed Kamiya Super Hit Similar →
1961 A Man in Red - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Yojimbo First Samurai Super Hit Similar →
1961 Obon, The Moll Dipper - Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Merciless Trap - Super Hit Similar →
1960 Life of a Country Doctor - Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Dangerous Kiss - Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Blue Beast - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Rebels on the High Sea - Super Hit Similar →

Ichirō Nakatani - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ichirō Nakatani?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ichirō Nakatani is "Local Reporter" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ichirō Nakatani acted in?

Ichirō Nakatani has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Ichirō Nakatani?

Other notable films include "Black Strait", "The Spy", and "Farm Girls".

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