Yuriko Hoshi - Actor Profile

Yuriko Hoshi

Acting
Updated: May 09, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Dec 6, 1943
Birth Place: Tokyo, Japan

About Yuriko Hoshi

Yuriko Hoshi (星由里子 Hoshi Yuriko) was a Japanese actress. As one of Toho's young stars in the 1960's, she played reporters in the Godzilla films Godzilla vs. Mothra and Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster, as well as Yuichi Tanuma's girlfriend in the Young Guy series. Hoshi passed away from lung cancer on May 16, 2018, at the age of 74.

Yuriko Hoshi Movies & Career Overview

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 100% of Yuriko Hoshi'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 Musume to watashi, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Yuriko Hoshi Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Yuriko Hoshi's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Yuriko Hoshi has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2019 Wish You Were Here Michiyo Hit Similar →
2007 Free and Easy 18 - Super Hit Similar →
2003 I Love Peace - Super Hit Similar →
1999 Rainbow Cape - Super Hit Similar →
1993 Rainbow Bridge - Super Hit Similar →
1972 Lullaby for a Tough Guy - Super Hit Similar →
1971 New Prison Walls of Abashiri: Snowbound Deserter - Super Hit Similar →
1970 New Prison Walls of Abashiri: High Stakes at Abashiri - Super Hit Similar →
1970 Crazy Violence at Shimizu Harbor - Super Hit Similar →
1969 The Domain: Flower and Dragon Man Super Hit Similar →
1969 Tsugaru zessho - Super Hit Similar →
1968 The Flame of Youth - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Cry of the Mountain - Super Hit Similar →
1968 Devils-in-Law - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Green Light to Joy Miyoko Ishikawa Super Hit Similar →
1967 Kojiro Tone Super Hit Similar →
1967 River of Forever - Super Hit Similar →
1967 Let's Go! Young Guy Sumiko Nishina Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Daphne Ayame (the fourth daughter) Super Hit Similar →
1966 It Started In The Alps Sumiko Kishi Super Hit Similar →
1966 The Man from Planet Alpha - Super Hit Similar →
1966 Night in Bangkok - Super Hit Similar →
1965 Campus A Go-Go Sumiko Hoshiyama Super Hit Similar →
1965 Young Guy at Sea 芦屋澄子 Super Hit Similar →
1964 Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster Naoko Shindo Hit Similar →
1964 A Keg of Powder Kayo Tatsuno Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Rabble - Super Hit Similar →
1964 The Naked Executive Keiko Hidaka Super Hit Similar →
1964 Mothra vs. Godzilla Junko Nakanishi Hit Similar →
1964 Tiger Flight Yuki Arikawa Super Hit Similar →
1963 A Woman's Life Midori Hit Similar →
1962 Born in Sin - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Chûshingura Otsuya Hit Similar →
1962 Local Reporter - Super Hit Similar →
1962 College Champ Sumiko Nakasaka Super Hit Similar →
1962 Musume to watashi - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Long Way to Okinawa - Super Hit Similar →
1962 Pride of the Campus Sumiko Nakazato Super Hit Similar →
1962 Till Tomorrow Is Saori Super Hit Similar →
1962 The Wiser Age Yukiko Hit Similar →
1961 The Witness Killed Yoko Super Hit Similar →
1961 B.G Story: Designs of a 20 Year-Old Kyoko Kurimura (new BG employee) Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Man from the East Michiko Homma Super Hit Similar →
1961 The Last Challenge - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Hidden Fangs - Super Hit Similar →
1961 Daredevil in the Castle Senhime Hit Similar →
1960 The Dangerous Kiss - Super Hit Similar →
1959 Someday I'll Know - Super Hit Similar →
1959 The Story of Iron Arm Inao High School Girl A Super Hit Similar →
1959 The Entrapped Gangster - Super Hit Similar →

Yuriko Hoshi - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Yuriko Hoshi?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Yuriko Hoshi is "Musume to watashi" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Yuriko Hoshi acted in?

Yuriko Hoshi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Yuriko Hoshi?

Other notable films include "Local Reporter", "The Rabble", and "Crazy Violence at Shimizu Harbor".

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