Mitsuko Kusabue - Actor Profile

Mitsuko Kusabue

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Oct 22, 1933
Birth Place: Kanazawa, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

About Mitsuko Kusabue

Mitsuko Kusabue (草笛 光子, Kusabue Mitsuko, born October 22, 1933 in Yokohama) is a Japanese actress.

Mitsuko Kusabue Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Mitsuko Kusabue'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 Adults Cannot Understand - Record of Youth, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Mitsuko Kusabue Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mitsuko Kusabue's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Mitsuko Kusabue has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2024 90 Years Old – So What? Aiko Satō Super Hit Similar →
2018 Walking with My Grandma Kiyo Takayama Super Hit Similar →
2011 Dendera Mei Mitsuboshi Super Hit Similar →
1987 Yakuza Ladies 2 Matsuyo Hitobashi Super Hit Similar →
1984 The Wangan Highway Ikuko Sugimoto Super Hit Similar →
1977 Sugata Sanshiro Osen Super Hit Similar →
1976 Elegy Akiko Katsuragi Super Hit Similar →
1970 Five Gents and a Kuniang Tokioka Maya Super Hit Similar →
1970 Five Gents Fly to Taiwan Maya Tokioka Super Hit Similar →
1969 5 Gents Fly to Kyushu Madam of Bar “Highness” Super Hit Similar →
1968 Devils-in-Law - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Five Gents Prefer Geisha Wakayo (Geisha) Super Hit Similar →
1965 President's Ninja Trick Book Part II Tamagiku (Geisha in Gion) Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Sandal Keeper - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Naked Executive Bar owner Super Hit Similar →
1964 Japan's No. 1 Braggart Hanae Shimizu Super Hit Similar →
1964 3 Gents in the Snow Country - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Mr. Giant's Victory Flag - Super Hit Similar →
1964 Yearning Hisako Morizono Super Hit Similar →
1964 Hail the 3 Gents Kyoko ( Club Madam) Super Hit Similar →
1963 Japan's No. 1 Playboy Yuki Sakura Super Hit Similar →
1963 Company President Travels Abroad Part II Mayako (Bar Madam) Super Hit Similar →
1963 Company President Travels Abroad Mayako (Bar Madam) Super Hit Similar →
1963 Travel Stories of a Company President Part II Geisha Tōryū Super Hit Similar →
1962 Irresponsible Rascal of Japan - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Born in Sin - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Star of Hong Kong Boss Sanae Super Hit Similar →
1962 Three Gentlemen from Tokyo - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Shimizu Port Salaryman Part II - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Shimizu Port Salaryman - Super Hit Similar →
1961 A Night in Hong Kong Yu Lan Super Hit Similar →
1961 Playboy President: Part II Geisha Shimemaru Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Masterless 47 – Part II - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Happiness of Us Alone Nobuko, Akiko's sister Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Masterless 47 Saiko Super Hit Similar →
1960 This Greedy Old Skin Hatsue Super Hit Similar →
1960 The Dangerous Kiss - Super Hit Similar →
1959 New Third-Class Executive Natsuyo Super Hit Similar →
1959 Fox and Raccoon Kazuko from Gondola Super Hit Similar →
1958 Yajikita dōchū sugoroku - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Theater of Life - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Adults Cannot Understand - Record of Youth - Super Hit Similar →
1958 The College Hero Hisami Urano Super Hit Similar →
1958 Tabi sugata nezumi kozō - Super Hit Similar →
1958 The Hotelman's Holiday - Super Hit Similar →
1958 Song for a Bride - Super Hit Similar →
1957 On Wings of Love Eiko Itakura Super Hit Similar →
1957 The Detective Denshichi Case Files: The Beautiful Bat - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Seishun no oto - Super Hit Similar →
1955 Here Is a Spring - Super Hit Similar →

Mitsuko Kusabue - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mitsuko Kusabue?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mitsuko Kusabue is "Adults Cannot Understand - Record of Youth" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Mitsuko Kusabue acted in?

Mitsuko Kusabue has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mitsuko Kusabue?

Other notable films include "The Masterless 47", "This Greedy Old Skin", and "The Detective Denshichi Case Files: The Beautiful Bat".

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