Setsuko Wakayama - Actor Profile

Setsuko Wakayama

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
49Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jun 7, 1929
Birth Place: Meguro, Tokyo, Japan

About Setsuko Wakayama

Setsuko Wakayama was a Japanese actress.

Setsuko Wakayama Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Setsuko Wakayama reflects a strong mix of popular and critically appreciated roles. Across 49 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Setsuko Wakayama's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 61% of Setsuko Wakayama'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 Jirocho Begins His Roving Life, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Setsuko Wakayama Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Setsuko Wakayama's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Setsuko Wakayama has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
1959 Gigantis, the Fire Monster Hidemi Average Similar →
1959 Fox and Raccoon Toshiko Murayama Super Hit Similar →
1959 Samurai Saga (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1958 Kampai! Miai Kekkon Haruko Nishida Flop Similar →
1957 On Wings of Love Taeko Okada Super Hit Similar →
1957 The Shadow Daughter - Super Hit Similar →
1957 Sazae-san Sequel - Super Hit Similar →
1957 The 36 Passengers - Flop Similar →
1957 The Lonely Swordsman (Part 2) - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Sazae-san - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Summer in Eclipse Taeko Flop Similar →
1956 Seishun no oto - Super Hit Similar →
1956 Twice on a Certain Night - Super Hit Similar →
1955 Bored Hatamoto: The Mysterious Demon Palace - Flop Similar →
1955 Godzilla Raids Again Hidemi Yamaji Average Similar →
1955 The Rookie Managers - Flop Similar →
1955 The Road to the Spring - Super Hit Similar →
1954 君死に給うことなかれ - Super Hit Similar →
1954 Enomoto's Heaven and Hell - Flop Similar →
1953 Jirocho, the Hunted - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Jirocho Strikes a Daring Blow - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Jirocho's Home-Coming - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Her Captive Gamblers - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Mole Alley - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Yasugorō shusse - Super Hit Similar →
1953 Jirocho Begins His Roving Life - Super Hit Similar →
1952 Jirocho Rises in Fame - Hit Similar →
1952 Swift Current - Hit Similar →
1952 Violence - Super Hit Similar →
1952 Love's Cheerleader Kazuko Yamamoto Flop Similar →
1952 Kin no tamago: Golden Girl - Super Hit Similar →
1952 Love's Zephir Along the Tokaido Pilgrim's Daughter Flop Similar →
1951 Bengawan Solo Sister Cartini Super Hit Similar →
1951 Swords and Brocade - Super Hit Similar →
1951 祇園物語 春怨 - Flop Similar →
1951 Wakai musumetachi - Flop Similar →
1950 Shojohou Taniguchi Kayo Flop Similar →
1950 Battle of Roses - Average Similar →
1950 Beyond the Hills - Flop Similar →
1950 The Angry Street - Hit Similar →
1950 Wife and the Female Reporter: A Crisis of Young Love - Flop Similar →
1950 Four Seasons of Women Sakai Mangame Hit Similar →
1950 Conduct Report on Professor Ishinaka Yoshiko Kimura Hit Similar →
1950 Escape at Dawn Kaoru Average Similar →
1949 The Blue Mountains: Part II Kazuko Sasai Hit Similar →
1949 The Blue Mountains: Part I Kazuko Sasai Average Similar →
1948 A Visage to Remember - Hit Similar →
1947 Snow Trail Haruko Hit Similar →
1947 Four Love Stories - Average Similar →

Setsuko Wakayama - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Setsuko Wakayama?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Setsuko Wakayama is "Jirocho Begins His Roving Life" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Setsuko Wakayama acted in?

Setsuko Wakayama has been featured in at least 49 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Setsuko Wakayama?

Other notable films include "Jirocho's Home-Coming", "On Wings of Love", and "Sazae-san Sequel".

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