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Denden
Yoshihiro Ogata, known professionally as Denden (でんでん), is a celebrated Japanese actor and former comedian whose career has spanned more than four decades. Born on 23 January 1950 in the city of Chikushino, Fukuoka, he first entered the entertainment world as a stand‑up comic under the alias Kanichi Tadokoro before transitioning to dramatic roles in the early 1980s. Denden’s unique blend of comedic timing and profound emotional depth quickly earned him a reputation for versatility, allowing him to seamlessly move between slapstick television sketches and serious, character‑driven film performances. Over the years, he has appeared in more than 100 films and numerous television series, contributing to projects ranging from gritty crime dramas to whimsical family tales, each time bringing a distinctive presence that resonates with audiences and critics alike. His collaborations with renowned directors have cemented his status as a dependable character actor, while his early work helped shape Japan’s modern comedy landscape, influencing a generation of performers who admire his ability to balance humor with pathos. In addition to his on‑screen achievements, Denden remains actively represented by Alpha Agency, maintaining a steady stream of roles that keep him relevant in an ever‑evolving industry. His dedication to the craft, relentless work ethic, and enduring popularity make him not only a household name but also a cultural icon whose contributions enrich Japan’s cinematic heritage.
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Given Name: Yoshihiro Ogata
Born: Chikushino, Fukuoka, Japan
Citizenship: Japanese
Birthday: January 23, 1950
Occupations: Actor, Comedian
Years Active: 1980-present
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Movies Featuring Denden
Tatara Samurai
The Parades
Boys on the Run
A Lone Scalpel
The Samurai That Night
7 Days of Himawari & Her Puppies
Princess Sakura
Pikanchi Half: Life is Hard Tabun Happy
Cut
SPEC: Heaven
Someday
Amachan
The Kiyosu Conference
Nobunaga Concerto
Suzuki Sensei
Maestro!
Lowlife Love
Destruction Babies
Mumon: The Land of Stealth
Ah, Wilderness: Part 2
Fumiko’s Legs
The Land of Hope
Something Like, Something Like It
Nobunaga Concerto: The Movie
Last Winter, We Parted
The Bastard and the Beautiful World
Shippu Rondo
Blue Hour
Death Office
Red Shadow
Ah, Wilderness: Part 1
It Stopped Raining
Black School Rules
Life: Untitled
Uzumaki
Ju-on: The Curse
Drowning Fish
Pika**nchi Life Is Hard Dakara Happy
Rikidozan: A Hero Extraordinaire
The Forest of Love
Dororo
Ju-on: The Curse 2
What the Snow Brings
The Hitman: Blood Smells Like Roses
Something Like It
Not Quite Dead Yet
The Forest of Love: Deep Cut
The Supporting Actors in Byplaywood
Unsung Cinderella, Midori, The Hospital Pharmacist
I Am Makimoto
Rental Family
Insomniacs After School
Don’t Call It Mystery: The Movie
MARKS
Unsung Cinderella, Midori, The Hospital Pharmacist
Kabei: Our Mother
Cure
Unlucky Monkey
Mountain Woman
Be Sure to Share
Atom’s Last Shot
Light of My Lion
THE DAYS
Living in Two Worlds
Kanikôsen
A Man
Dark Society in the East
Career Timeline
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2023
Rental Family
Asada Koji
Insomniacs After School
Director of a Historical Archive
Don’t Call It Mystery: The Movie
2019
Blue Hour
Sunada's Father
It Stopped Raining
Professor
Black School Rules
Shio Norizuki
Life: Untitled
Shitara
The Forest of Love
Shigeru Ozawa
2018
Fumiko’s Legs
Tsukagoshi
Last Winter, We Parted
The Bastard and the Beautiful World
(segment: Don't Shoot the Pianist!)
2017
Tatara Samurai
Mumon: The Land of Stealth
Kai Shimoyama
Ah, Wilderness: Part 2
Baba
Ah, Wilderness: Part 1
Baba
2016
Destruction Babies
Something Like, Something Like It
Shinsui Defunetei
Nobunaga Concerto: The Movie
Shippu Rondo
Yamano
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