Ichirō Zaitsu - Actor Profile

Ichirō Zaitsu

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Feb 22, 1934
Birth Place: Kumamoto, Japan

Ichirō Zaitsu Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 72% of Ichirō Zaitsu'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 Autumn Blossoms, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Ichirō Zaitsu Movies Ranked

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

Full Filmography

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

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2010 Swing me Again Kenzaburo Kizima (78) Flop Similar →
1999 Autumn Blossoms - Super Hit Similar →
1996 Oishinbo Mantaro Kyogoku Hit Similar →
1989 Rikyu Abbott Kokei Super Hit Similar →
1988 Melodrama - Flop Similar →
1986 The Gentlemen’s Alliance - Hit Similar →
1986 Tree Without Leaves Father Super Hit Similar →
1986 Black Board Principal Hit Similar →
1986 Final Take: The Golden Age of Movies - Hit Similar →
1986 Surgical Designs in Flames - Super Hit Similar →
1986 Jazz Daimyo Kurozaemon Ishide Average Similar →
1985 Congratulatory Speech Ryosuke Saotome Hit Similar →
1984 The Funeral Satomi Hit Similar →
1984 Checkers in Tan Tan tanuki - Average Similar →
1984 Mitsugetsu Tetsuaki's father Hit Similar →
1983 Secret of the Forbidden Valley - Hit Similar →
1983 Nogare no machi - Hit Similar →
1983 Detective Story Okano Hit Similar →
1983 P. P. Rider Shimada Average Similar →
1981 At This Late Date, the Charleston Criminal Hit Similar →
1981 The Imperial Navy - Hit Similar →
1981 Yokohama BJ Blues Ushitakuma Super Hit Similar →
1981 Graffiti Youth: Sneaker Blues - Hit Similar →
1980 Barefoot Gen Part 3: Battle of Hiroshima - Flop Similar →
1979 Troubleman Laughs and Kills - Flop Similar →
1978 The Tragedy in the Devil-Mask Village Udagawa Super Hit Similar →
1978 Tarao Bannai Detective Udagawa Super Hit Similar →
1977 The Love and Adventures of Kuroki Taro - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Permanent Blue - Super Hit Similar →
1976 Ninjutsu: Sasuke Saruhi Sasuke Saruhi Flop Similar →
1975 Seigida! Mikatada! Zeninshugo!! - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Onna no Natsu - Flop Similar →
1974 Machi no Hi Umekichi Super Hit Similar →
1974 Akumyo: Notorious Dragon - Hit Similar →
1973 Stray Dog Driver Super Hit Similar →
1973 Deeper Than Blue Katsumoto Super Hit Similar →
1973 A Woman Who Warns of Death - Flop Similar →
1972 Onna Ikitemasu: Sakariba Wataridori Doctor Ishi Flop Similar →
1972 My Voiceless Friends - Super Hit Similar →
1971 The Instant Services Bureau - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Oh, My Comrade! Kato Super Hit Similar →
1970 Charming Men - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san's Grand Scheme - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Tora-san's Cherished Mother Kanja Hit Similar →
1969 One Two Punch - Flop Similar →
1969 Lady with Seven Faces - Flop Similar →
1968 大安旅行 - Flop Similar →
1968 The Funeral Racket Inagaki Hit Similar →
1968 New Year Trip - Hit Similar →
1967 Ghost Story of Two Travelers at Tenamonya - Super Hit Similar →

Ichirō Zaitsu - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Ichirō Zaitsu?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ichirō Zaitsu is "Autumn Blossoms" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Ichirō Zaitsu acted in?

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

What are some other popular movies by Ichirō Zaitsu?

Other notable films include "Oh, My Comrade!", "Surgical Designs in Flames", and "Ghost Story of Two Travelers at Tenamonya".

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