Kyōko Enami - Actor Profile

Kyōko Enami

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 15, 1942
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Kyōko Enami

Kyōko Enami (江波 杏子, Enami Kyōko) was a Japanese film and television actress. Enami was the daughter of the actress Kazuko Enami. She joined the Daiei Film studio in 1959 and made her screen debut in 1960 with Ashita kara otona da. Her first starring role as Noboriryū no Ogin in Onna no toba (1966) was a major hit, and developed into the Woman Gambler series that totaled 17 films. She also had serious roles, and won the best actress award from Kinema Junpo for Tsugaru Jongarabushi (1973). She died rather suddenly at a Tokyo hospital on 27 October 2018 of pulmonary emphysema, having performed on a radio drama only five days before.

Kyōko Enami Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Kyōko Enami'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 The Woman Gambler, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kyōko Enami Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kyōko Enami's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kyōko Enami has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2013 Why Don't You Play in Hell? Mrs. Ootani Hit Similar →
2013 Orpheus' Lyre - Hit Similar →
2010 AIBOU: The Movie II Lee Hit Similar →
2010 Rinco's Restaurant Mistress Super Hit Similar →
2006 Oh-Oku: The Women Of The Inner Palace Kikuo Hit Similar →
1994 Lifetime Insecurity Fumiyo Takasugi Hit Similar →
1991 Mourning Work - Super Hit Similar →
1989 Rikyu - Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Greatest Man in the World Okera no Roku Super Hit Similar →
1984 Lovely Days Nui Hiroi Super Hit Similar →
1982 The Legend of Sayo - Hit Similar →
1975 Without Complaint Oshino Super Hit Similar →
1972 Withered Tree, the Adventures of Monjiro Oyu (Yuu-san) Hit Similar →
1971 The Wolves Oyu Super Hit Similar →
1971 Morning for Two - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Woman Boss - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Bad Reputation: Showdown of the Best - Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Woman Gambler's Tenth Game - Super Hit Similar →
1969 Two Enemy Women Gamblers Ogin Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Woman Gambler's Supplication Ogin Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Woman Gambler's Revenge Ogin Super Hit Similar →
1968 Woman Gambler and the Nun Ogin Hit Similar →
1968 The Woman Dicer Ogin Hit Similar →
1968 Champion Woman Gambler Ogin Super Hit Similar →
1968 Woman Gambler Is Coming Ogin Hit Similar →
1968 The Woman Champion Ogin Super Hit Similar →
1967 Young Boss, Fugitive - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Medal from the Devil Kayo Sawara Super Hit Similar →
1967 The Woman Gambler Ogin Super Hit Similar →
1967 Quick-Draw Dog - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Two Wives - Hit Similar →
1966 You and I - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Black Temptation - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Strange Triangle - Hit Similar →
1965 I'll Cry Alone - Super Hit Similar →
1965 The Forest of No Escape - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Homeless Dog - Hit Similar →
1964 Love and Greed Emi Aoyama Super Hit Similar →
1963 Bad Reputation: Two Notorious Men in Tokyo - Hit Similar →
1963 She Came For Love Nobuko Super Hit Similar →
1963 Bury Me Deep Megumi Tokumaru Super Hit Similar →
1963 When Women Lie - Super Hit Similar →
1962 A Night to Remember - Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Whale God - Hit Similar →
1962 Night Mist Makes Women Cry Masumi Domoto Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Burdened Sisters Naoko Yamamura Super Hit Similar →
1961 A Geisha's Diary Yamawaki Satoko Super Hit Similar →
1961 Love and Life Mikoto Fuji Super Hit Similar →
1960 Her Brother Nurse Miyata Hit Similar →
1960 The Beloved Image - Super Hit Similar →

Kyōko Enami - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kyōko Enami?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kyōko Enami is "The Woman Gambler" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kyōko Enami acted in?

Kyōko Enami has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kyōko Enami?

Other notable films include "The Woman Champion", "Two Enemy Women Gamblers", and "The Woman Gambler's Supplication".

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