Yoshihiko Hakamada: Movies & Box Office
- films
- 27
- on screen
- 1993–2026
- box office
- $140M
- average score
- 84
- Born
- July 16, 1973 (age 53)
- Birthplace
- Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan
- Citizenship
- Japanese
- Occupations
- Actor
- Years active
- 1991-present
- Spouses
- Ai Kawanaka
- Children
- 1
The Best Yoshihiko Hakamada Movies
The films of Yoshihiko Hakamada that made the most at the worldwide box office, biggest first: The Cat Returns (2002) leads with $54.7M. The full ranking adds the most awarded films and the newest releases.
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Worldwide box office: $54.7M The Cat Returns 2002 · Adventure -
Worldwide box office: $54.7M The Cat Returns (2002) 2018 · Adventure -
Worldwide box office: $16.5M Your Turn to Kill: The Movie 2021 · Mystery -
Worldwide box office: $8.87M Ju-on: The Beginning of the End 2014 · Horror -
Worldwide box office: $5.01M Ju-on: The Final Curse 2015 · Horror -
Worldwide box office: $10.9K Colors of Wind 2017 · Drama
Yoshihiko Hakamada's Career in Numbers
Yoshihiko Hakamada's films in numbers — as an actor, not counting appearances as themselves: when they were made, the genres Yoshihiko Hakamada works in most and the milestones along the way. The filmography runs from A Touch of Fever (1993) to A New Love in Tokyo (1994) (2026), and the 2010s were the busiest decade.
Yoshihiko Hakamada Movies by Decade
- 1990s 7
- 2000s 5
- 2010s 9
- 2020s 6
The 2010s were Yoshihiko Hakamada's busiest decade, with 9 films.
Yoshihiko Hakamada Movies by Genre
- Drama 13
- Mystery 3
- Adventure 2
- Horror 2
- Crime 1
- Family 1
- Action 1
- Sci-Fi 1
- Romance 1
Drama is the genre Yoshihiko Hakamada has worked in most, with 13 films, ahead of mystery (3).
Yoshihiko Hakamada Career Milestones
- First film
- A Touch of Fever 1993
- Biggest box office hit
- The Cat Returns $54.7M worldwide
- Best-rated film
- The Cat Returns (2002) Movie Echo Score 84
- Newest film
- A New Love in Tokyo (1994) 2026
Yoshihiko Hakamada Filmography: Every Movie
Every film Yoshihiko Hakamada is credited on, newest first, with the role, the box office and the Movie Echo Score. Rated films average a score of 84. Re-order the list to see the best-rated films or the biggest hits first.
- 2026
A New Love in Tokyo (1994) as Host · Drama - 2024
WHO’S GONE as Numata · Mystery - 2024
Extremely Inappropriate! as ["Cafe and Bar Scandal" Master (1986)] · Drama - 2021
Your Turn to Kill: The Movie as Yuzuru Kuzumi · Mystery Worldwide box office: $16.5M - 2020
Kizoku Kourin: Prince of Legend as Kuki Kotobuki · Drama - 2020
Until The Cherry Blossom Falls as Kazushige Akaike · Drama - 2019
Summer Night Sky, Autumn Sunset, Winter Morning and Spring Breeze as Shuji · Drama - 2019
Your Turn To Kill as Yoshihiko Hakamada/Yuzuru Kuzumi · Mystery - 2018
The Cat Returns (2002) as Baron · Adventure Worldwide box office: $54.7M Movie Echo Score: 84 - 2017
Colors of Wind as Kiyofumi Watanabe · Drama Worldwide box office: $10.9K - 2017
Inspector Zenigata as Hiroshi Shibara · Crime - 2017
Final Fantasy XIV: Dad of Light as Hakamada Takahiro · Family - 2015
Ju-on: The Final Curse as Kyosuke Takeda · Horror Worldwide box office: $5.01M - 2014
Ju-on: The Beginning of the End as Kyosuke Takeda · Horror Worldwide box office: $8.87M - 2011
Shodo Girls: Blue Blue Sky Drama - 2009
Wangan Midnight: The Movie Drama - 2006
Waru: The End Drama - 2004
Ultra Q: Dark Fantasy as Goichi Sakamoto - 2003
Worst by Chance as Record Shop Staff · Drama - 2002
The Cat Returns as Baron (voice) · Adventure Worldwide box office: $54.7M - 1999
Man, a Natural Girl Action - 1995
Like Grains of Sand as Fujita · Drama - 1995
Gamera: Guardian of the Universe as Michiya · Sci-Fi - 1995
Broken Heart as Segawa · Romance - 1994
A New Love in Tokyo as Host · Drama - 1994
800 Two Lap Runners as Aihara - 1993
A Touch of Fever as Tatsuru Shimamori · Drama
Who Is Yoshihiko Hakamada?
Yoshihiko Hakamada was born in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan in 1973 and is 53 years old. Credited on films since 1993, as an actor. The background, training and the roles that shaped the career.
Yoshihiko Hakamada (袴田 吉彦) was born on 16 July 1973 in the industrial city of Hamamatsu, located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. He attended Hamana High School, where his interest in performance began to surface, eventually leading him to enter the entertainment industry after winning the prestigious Junon Super Boy Contest Grand Prix Award in 1991. His victory opened the door to a contract with Platinum Production, and he made his acting debut the same year, marking the start of a career that has spanned over three decades. Hakamada quickly became known for his versatility, appearing in a wide range of television dramas, from intense period pieces to light‑hearted contemporary comedies, and he has also built a substantial filmography that includes both live‑action features and voice work in Japanese dubs. One of his most internationally recognized roles is his contribution to the beloved Studio Ghibli film The Cat Returns, where his voice work helped bring the whimsical story to life for Japanese audiences. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, he cultivated a reputation for professionalism and an ability to embody complex characters, earning critical praise and a loyal fan base. In addition to his on‑screen work, Hakamada has released music, issuing singles and albums that showcase his vocal talents, further demonstrating his multifaceted artistic abilities. His personal life has also attracted media attention; in 2010 he married tarento Ai Kawanaka, and the couple welcomed their first child shortly thereafter, adding a new dimension to his public persona. Despite his extensive experience, Hakamada continues to pursue new challenges, remaining active in the industry as of the present day and collaborating with close friends such as Hideaki Itō and Gamon Kaai on various creative projects.
Who Yoshihiko Hakamada Makes Movies With
The actors and directors Yoshihiko Hakamada shares the most films with. Tetsu Watanabe comes first, with 5 films together, followed by Naoto Takenaka (3).
Yoshihiko Hakamada: Questions & Answers
How many movies Yoshihiko Hakamada has made, the biggest hit, the best-rated film, the award record and more, answered from the filmography above.
How many movies has Yoshihiko Hakamada been in?
Yoshihiko Hakamada is credited on 27 films, from 1993 to 2026. The filmography on this page lists every one of them, newest first, with the role and the Movie Echo Score.
What is Yoshihiko Hakamada's highest-grossing movie?
The Cat Returns (2002) is Yoshihiko Hakamada's biggest box office hit, with $54.7M worldwide, ahead of The Cat Returns (2002) (2018) ($54.7M). Across every film with box office figures, Yoshihiko Hakamada's movies have made $140M.
Yoshihiko Hakamada's biggest hits What is the best Yoshihiko Hakamada movie?
By the Movie Echo Score, which blends critic reviews, audience ratings and lasting impact, Yoshihiko Hakamada's best-rated film is The Cat Returns (2002) (2018) with a score of 84.
Best Yoshihiko Hakamada movies, ranked How old is Yoshihiko Hakamada?
Yoshihiko Hakamada is 53 years old, born on July 16, 1973 in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
What is Yoshihiko Hakamada's newest movie?
The most recent film on Yoshihiko Hakamada's filmography is A New Love in Tokyo (1994) (2026), in the role of Host.
Who does Yoshihiko Hakamada work with most often?
Yoshihiko Hakamada shares the most films with Tetsu Watanabe (5 films), Naoto Takenaka (3 films) and Aki Maeda (2 films).
The Best Yoshihiko Hakamada Movies, Ranked
Top rated, most awarded and biggest box office hits from 27 credits.
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