Kirin Kiki - Actor Profile

Kirin Kiki

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 15, 1943
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Kirin Kiki

Kirin Kiki (樹木 希林 Kiki Kirin) (15 January 1943 – 15 September 2018) was a Japanese actress known for her work in Japanese cinema and television.

Kirin Kiki Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Kirin Kiki'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 Yearning, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kirin Kiki Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kirin Kiki's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kirin Kiki has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2018 Every Day a Good Day Teacher Takeda Hit Similar →
2018 Shoplifters Hatsue Shibata Super Hit Similar →
2018 Mori, The Artist's Habitat Hideko Hit Similar →
2017 The Gods of Food: The Last Promise - Super Hit Similar →
2017 Life is Fruity Narrator Super Hit Similar →
2016 After the Storm Yoshiko Shinoda Hit Similar →
2015 Our Little Sister Fumiyo Kikuchi Super Hit Similar →
2015 Sweet Bean Tokue Hit Similar →
2013 Like Father, Like Son Riko Ishizeki Super Hit Similar →
2011 I Wish Hideko Hit Similar →
2011 A Honeymoon in Hell: Mr. & Mrs. Oki's Fabulous Trip fortune teller Super Hit Similar →
2010 The Secret World of Arrietty Haru (voice) Super Hit Similar →
2010 Two Portraits of MIYAGINO Madam Super Hit Similar →
2009 Making 'Still Walking' Self Super Hit Similar →
2008 Still Walking Toshiko Yokoyama Super Hit Similar →
2005 Tokyo Tower - Hit Similar →
2004 The Taste of Tea Obaa Super Hit Similar →
2004 Kamikaze Girls Momoko's Grandmother Hit Similar →
2004 Half a Confession Yasuko Shimamura Super Hit Similar →
2002 Through the Night - Super Hit Similar →
2000 The Whispered City Fan of Kyushiro Super Hit Similar →
1997 The Best Bad Thing Aunt Hata Super Hit Similar →
1997 Fireworks, Ferris Wheels and Love Sanae Mita Super Hit Similar →
1994 The Mystery of Rampo House Wife / Head of Maid Hit Similar →
1993 Yearning Omatsu Super Hit Similar →
1992 The Triple Cross - Hit Similar →
1992 The Games Teachers Play Yasuko Takeda Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Ballad of the Sea of Genkai - Hit Similar →
1985 Yume-Chiyo - Super Hit Similar →
1985 Lonely Heart Terue Amano Hit Similar →
1985 Song of the Spring Pony - Super Hit Similar →
1983 Hometown - Super Hit Similar →
1982 Highschool Scramble - Super Hit Similar →
1982 Karate Cop Sumi Yashiro Super Hit Similar →
1981 Return of the Champ Tomoe Super Hit Similar →
1980 Nurse's Husband - Hit Similar →
1979 Down with The Big Boss Okonomiyaki Manager Super Hit Similar →
1978 Truck Rascals: Another Odyssey of Momojiro - Super Hit Similar →
1977 Crocodile, Parrot and Fur Seal Mary Super Hit Similar →
1977 Ballad of Orin Tama Ichise Hit Similar →
1976 The Sea of Eden - Super Hit Similar →
1975 The Viper Brothers and the Young General - Super Hit Similar →
1975 Without Complaint Haruko Kitani Super Hit Similar →
1974 Statue in Fire - Super Hit Similar →
1974 Akumyo: Notorious Dragon - Hit Similar →
1974 Red Paper Lantern - Hit Similar →
1972 My Voiceless Friends Maid Super Hit Similar →
1970 Live My Share, Mother Nurse Okamura Hit Similar →
1970 Tora-san, His Tender Love Maid in Shinshû Hit Similar →
1966 Koto—The Lake of Tears Kayo Sugumo Hit Similar →

Kirin Kiki - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kirin Kiki?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kirin Kiki is "Yearning" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kirin Kiki acted in?

Kirin Kiki has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kirin Kiki?

Other notable films include "Fireworks, Ferris Wheels and Love", "Without Complaint", and "Highschool Scramble".

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