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Yoshio Kosugi
Yoshio Kosugi (小杉 義男, Kosugi Yoshio) was an eminent Japanese actor, known for his appearance in over 120 films spanning between 1924 and 1967. He was born on 15 September 1903 in Kamitsuga District, Tochigi, Japan. Kosugi's career in the film industry started on stage as a shingeki actor. His acting prowess first garnered attention when he played the role of Yasha in 'The Cherry Orchard'. Soon after, Kosugi ventured into films and made his debut in the 1920s. One remarkable aspect of Kosugi's career was his collaboration with the renowned director Akira Kurosawa. He was cast in a number of Kurosawa's films, thus leaving a lasting imprint on Japanese cinema. Despite his passing on 12 March 1968, Kosugi's influence on the cinematic industry continues to live on through his timeless performances.
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Given Name: Yoshio Kosugi
Born: Kamitsuga District, Tochigi, Japan
Citizenship: Japanese
Birthday: September 15, 1903
Occupations: Actor
Years Active: 1924-1967
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Movies Featuring Yoshio Kosugi
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Seven Samurai
Horse
Young Swordsman
The Men Who Tread on the Tiger’s Tail
Samurai Pirate
Snow Trail
Japan’s Longest Day
The Life of a Horse Trader
Sasaki Kojiro
Sword for Hire
Daredevil in the Castle
Sanshiro Sugata
The Human Vapor
Yagyu Secret Scrolls
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love
Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster
Attack Squadron
The Last Gunfight
Man of the House
Chûshingura
All About Marriage
The Hidden Fortress
Saga of the Vagabonds
Madame Butterfly
The Eagle of the Pacific
The Mysterians
Samurai I: Musashi Miyamoto
Ginza Cosmetics
The Legend of the White Serpent
Half Human: The Story of the Abominable Snowman
Half Human
So Young, So Bright
Frankenstein Conquers the World
Rise Against the Sword
Mothra
The Battle of Kawanakajima
Mothra vs. Godzilla
Career Timeline
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1964
Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster
Chief of Infant Island (uncredited)
Mothra vs. Godzilla
Infant Island Chief
1963
King Kong vs. Godzilla
Young Swordsman
Samurai Pirate
Captain of Thai ship
Attack Squadron
Destroyer Captain
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