Quick Facts
Born:
1938-02-15
Birthplace:
Okayama, Japan
Credits:
83 Total Roles
Kōjirō Hongō
Acting
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Biography
Kōjirō Hongō was a Japanese actor best known for his work with Daiei Studios in the 1960s. Hongō won an Elan d'or Award for Newcomer of the Year in 1959.
Known For
Gamera: Guardian of the Universe
Captain of the Nojima
Gamera vs. Barugon
Keisuke Hirata
Gamera vs. Gyaos
Foreman Shiro Tsutsumi
Gamera vs. Viras
Scout Master Mr. Shimida
Return of Giant Majin
Lord Juro
Karate for Life
Self
Yokai Monsters: Along with Ghosts
Hyakasuro
The Demon of Mount Oe
Sakata-no-Kintoki
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Road to the Don Theatrical Version MOVIE | Self |
| 2003 | Hokkaido Yakuza War: Elegy of the North Sea MOVIE | Self |
| 2002 | Music of Remembrance -Gb- MOVIE | Kakizaki |
| 2001 | Nationwide Conquering: The Spirit of the Tekiya Chapter 2: Sardine Shrine and a Storm of Love MOVIE | Self |
| 2001 | Family 2 MOVIE | Self |
| 2001 | Nationwide Conquest: The Spirit of the Tekiya MOVIE | Self |
| 2001 | Family MOVIE | Self |
| 1999 | History of Japan’s Yakuza — Ambition Corps 4 MOVIE | Self |
| 1999 | Embalming MOVIE | Self |
| 1998 | The Hidden Festival MOVIE | Self |