Kyusaku Shimada - Actor Profile

Kyusaku Shimada

Acting
Updated: May 11, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Apr 24, 1955
Birth Place: Totsuka-ku, Japan

About Kyusaku Shimada

Kyūsaku Shimada is a Japanese actor. He was originally part of the Tokyo Grand Guignol Theater group, formed by artist Norimizu Ameya. He stayed with the group until its dissolution in 1986. One of the productions the group undertook was an adaptation of the occult novel Teito Monogatari (Hiroshi Aramata) where Shimada played the lead role Yasunori Kato. He has appeared in films such as Makoto Shinozaki's 0093: Her Majesty's Masao Kusakari and Takahisa Zeze's Pandemic.

Kyusaku Shimada Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Kyusaku Shimada'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 Ryoma's Wife, Her Husband and Her Lover, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Kyusaku Shimada Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Kyusaku Shimada's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Kyusaku Shimada has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Kowloon Generic Romance Shū Super Hit Similar →
2025 Kokuho Umeki Super Hit Similar →
2023 Neighbor X - Super Hit Similar →
2022 Nagi's Island Norio Yamamura Super Hit Similar →
2022 Shin Ultraman Taishi Okuma Hit Similar →
2022 Tonbi Publishing Company Security Guard Super Hit Similar →
2022 Pure Japanese - Hit Similar →
2021 Welcome to Toei Slaughterhouse Minagawa Hit Similar →
2021 Onoda: 10,000 Nights in the Jungle Lieutenant Suehiro Hit Similar →
2021 A Madder Red Narihara Hit Similar →
2021 The Blue Danube - Super Hit Similar →
2019 Blue Hour The Star Hit Similar →
2018 The Blood of Wolves Takeshi Kako Hit Similar →
2016 The Ice Ruts 아키노 유타카 Hit Similar →
2016 Shin Godzilla Katayama : Minister for Foreign Affairs ad interim Hit Similar →
2016 64: Part 1 Azusa Super Hit Similar →
2015 Solomon's Perjury 1: Suspicion Ryosuke Kono Hit Similar →
2014 Blossoms Bloom - Super Hit Similar →
2013 Penance - Hit Similar →
2013 Angel Home Senba Super Hit Similar →
2010 Soup Opera Editor Kuraki Super Hit Similar →
2009 The Chef of South Polar Captain Hit Similar →
2009 Dumbeast - Super Hit Similar →
2008 Tokyo! Prison Director (segment "Merde") Hit Similar →
2008 One Million Yen Girl Prison Officer Hit Similar →
2008 Kirato Saw Honorable Death With No Surrender ~ Mizuki Shigeru's War Ishiyama Super Hit Similar →
2007 Sad Vacation Sone Hit Similar →
2007 Kamen Rider: THE NEXT Shindou Hit Similar →
2006 Kaidan Shin Mimibukuro: Dai Go Ya Takuro Sato Hit Similar →
2006 Memories of Matsuko - Super Hit Similar →
2006 Bird Call - Hit Similar →
2005 Dear Hinagon - Super Hit Similar →
2005 In the Pool - Super Hit Similar →
2005 Love Is Five Seven Five Miura Super Hit Similar →
2004 Silver Angel Constable Shiroshita Super Hit Similar →
2004 The Motive - Hit Similar →
2004 Nejirin bou Customer at barber shop Super Hit Similar →
2004 Walking With The Dog - Super Hit Similar →
2004 Half a Confession - Super Hit Similar →
2003 The Battling Angel Kami Hit Similar →
2002 Ryoma's Wife, Her Husband and Her Lover - Super Hit Similar →
1999 The Nagaharu Yodogawa Story: A Cineaste's Life in Kobe Takeshi Ikenaga Super Hit Similar →
1999 One Summer's Day Masahiro Ooi Super Hit Similar →
1998 Murder on D Street Kogoro Akechi Hit Similar →
1998 Sada Takiguchi Hit Similar →
1997 Labyrinth of Dreams Black Kite Customer Hit Similar →
1994 Uneasy Encounters Hatayama Super Hit Similar →
1993 Saiyūki 沙悟净 Super Hit Similar →
1991 Happy Ending Story - Super Hit Similar →
1990 Let's Go to the Hospital Anzai Super Hit Similar →

Kyusaku Shimada - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Kyusaku Shimada?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Kyusaku Shimada is "Ryoma's Wife, Her Husband and Her Lover" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Kyusaku Shimada acted in?

Kyusaku Shimada has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Kyusaku Shimada?

Other notable films include "One Summer's Day", "Dear Hinagon", and "Nejirin bou".

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