
Acting
Kyōji Aoyama
Born — Died
1937-07-20 — 2019-02-08
Place of birth
Tochigi Prefecture, Japan
Known for
Acting
Credits
48 titles
Known for
6.8Shoichi Kokubun is a roughneck street musician, who has a brother that is determined to propel him into stardom. In attempt to catch the attention of a popular jazz band, his brother appeals to their manager who has the power to make him a star. In a graphic portrayal of love, betrayal and success, Shoichi brews up a storm with a 'rat-a-tat-tat' on the drums.
Man Who Causes a Storm
1957
NRKawai Midori's father left the family a long time ago and since her mother passed away, she has taken care of her younger siblings by herself by working with a group of itinerant camellia oil peddlers. While she is In Izu selling camellia oil, she meets a young student, Katō Yutaka, who asks her to let him take her picture. The peddlers also meet a jazz band, and when Midori sings a song, teased by the band's star singer Nanjō Haruo, the band members are enraptured by her beautiful voice. She eventually joins the band and quickly becomes a popular jazz singer.
Birth of a Jazz Maiden
1957
8.0Upon discovering that her father has a mistress, a young girl befriends the "other woman" and her child. Realizing that her half-sister is doomed to being regarded as an outcast, the heroine sets about to spiritually legitimize the girl.
The Baby Carriage
1956
8.0After getting out of prison, a young yakuza tries to find out who killed his girlfriend, attempts not to get drawn back into crime, and to find his missing sister.
The Man with a Sinister Laugh
1960
NRThe "Ginza Whirlwind" (Akira Kobayashi) uncovers a diamond smuggling operation led by a Chinese man behind the opening of the new nightclub "Monaco", and teams up with the daughter (Ruriko Asaoka) of a man the smuggler killed during the war. First in the "Ginza Whirlwind" series.
The Human Cyclone
1959
NRWearing a symbol of justice and brotherhood on his waist – a crimson pistol belt, Ace Joe engages in a fight with villains trying to seize the mine.
Crimson Pistol
1961
Film credits
1960s · 23 titles
8.0After getting out of prison, a young yakuza tries to find out who killed his girlfriend, attempts not to get drawn back into crime, and to find his missing sister.
The Man with a Sinister Laugh
1960
NRWearing a symbol of justice and brotherhood on his waist – a crimson pistol belt, Ace Joe engages in a fight with villains trying to seize the mine.
Crimson Pistol
1961
NR1962 Japanese movie
Kidō sōsahan-gun ōkami no machi
1962
NR1962 Japanese movie
Kidō sōsahan Tōkyō gozenreiji
1962
NR1962 Japanese movie
Kidō sōsahan Minato no ryakudatsu-sha
1962
Japanese comedy film.
Sararīman monogatari shin'nyū shain dai ikka
1962
NRTakuya witnesses the homicide of the detective leading an investigation into the murder of the chairman of the People’s Economic Association, and he disguises himself.
He's the Witness
1960
1962 Japanese movie
Wakai tsume ato
1962
NRBased on the original work of Yasunori Kawauchi of "Moonlight Mask", this is the fifth in the "Ginza Whirlwind Child (Mitsutogai)" series in which Asahi Kobayashi dressed as a hero of the dead ghost. Familiar Takuya Nikaido challenges the international call girl organization.
Return of the Whirlwind
1962
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Quick Draw Outlaw: Man of the Great Plains
1961
NRAn airplane loaded with 50 million yen for the reconstruction of Amami Oshima crashes en route from Kagoshima, Kyushu, but neither the money nor the remains of the pilot can be found.
Volcano Wind
1960
NROne of Sayuri Yoshinaga's first leading roles.
Hana to musume to shiroi michi
1961
NRIn the nine part Wataridori series (1959-1962), Kobayashi played a wanderer on Japan’s back roads with most of the accoutrements of a Western hero, from a horse to fringes, guitar and even a trusty bullwhip.
The Rambler Goes North
1962
NR1962 Japanese movie
Kenjū wa samishī otoko no uta sa
1962
NRSeventh in the nine-film series, "The Wandering Guitarist".
Rambling in the Sea
1961
NR1961 Japanese movie
Keiji monogatari jazu wa kurutchai nē
1961
6.0No synopsis available yet.
Keiji monogatari Tōkyō no meiro
1960
NR1962 Japanese movie
Kidō sōsahan Tōkyō bōryoku chizu
1962
NRNo synopsis available yet.
機動捜査班
1961
NR1961 Japanese movie
Keiji monogatari buchō keiji o oe!
1961
NRIn the bustle of the city, on the corners of neon streets, the eyes of a wild beast are fixed on a young girl! A gloomy portrait of youth, in which distorted energy explodes! A unique social drama that acutely depicts the psychological conflict bubbling in the chest of detectives who are chasing a gang of scoundrels who prey on innocent girls. Adapted from the novel "Kegareta Hankachi".
Teenage Wolf
1960
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Cruel Story of a Good Man
1960
NR1962 Japanese movie
Kidō sōsahan muhō chitai
1962
1950s · 25 titles
6.8Shoichi Kokubun is a roughneck street musician, who has a brother that is determined to propel him into stardom. In attempt to catch the attention of a popular jazz band, his brother appeals to their manager who has the power to make him a star. In a graphic portrayal of love, betrayal and success, Shoichi brews up a storm with a 'rat-a-tat-tat' on the drums.
Man Who Causes a Storm
1957
NRKawai Midori's father left the family a long time ago and since her mother passed away, she has taken care of her younger siblings by herself by working with a group of itinerant camellia oil peddlers. While she is In Izu selling camellia oil, she meets a young student, Katō Yutaka, who asks her to let him take her picture. The peddlers also meet a jazz band, and when Midori sings a song, teased by the band's star singer Nanjō Haruo, the band members are enraptured by her beautiful voice. She eventually joins the band and quickly becomes a popular jazz singer.
Birth of a Jazz Maiden
1957
8.0Upon discovering that her father has a mistress, a young girl befriends the "other woman" and her child. Realizing that her half-sister is doomed to being regarded as an outcast, the heroine sets about to spiritually legitimize the girl.
The Baby Carriage
1956
NRThe "Ginza Whirlwind" (Akira Kobayashi) uncovers a diamond smuggling operation led by a Chinese man behind the opening of the new nightclub "Monaco", and teams up with the daughter (Ruriko Asaoka) of a man the smuggler killed during the war. First in the "Ginza Whirlwind" series.
The Human Cyclone
1959
6.9Arriving in the town of Hakodate, a wandering musician, Shinji Taki, is soon recruited by the local gang as a hired hand. However, with the arrival of a sinister gunman, Taki's mysterious past catches up with him.
The Rambling Guitarist
1959
NRIn this sequel to The Husband Wore the Apron, househusband Soma wins a children's literature award, bringing in a windfall of prize money. Meanwhile, the Kurata couple find jobs that bring further complications into their married life.
Zoku fûfu hyakkei
1958
Japanese drama film, originally released in two parts.
Family of Sorrow
1956
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Devil Flesh
1957
NRHey, please, hold me... A thrilling physical farewell gift that a pure-hearted adult received while trembling!! Set in a simple rural town's post office, this youthfully bright and humorous story depicts the intricacies of life experienced by a rookie young postal worker. Depicting the subtle intricacies of life experienced by a young protagonist in a simple post office setting. This bright and humorous story evokes a heartfelt sense of empathy.
Shiroi natsu
1957
10.0Film about a car dealer who gets into financial trouble.
Who's the Real Killer
1957
NRThe story of three brothers who struggle to shake free of the father's ties to the yakuza underworld. A star vehicle for the popular singer/actor Yūjirō Ishihara.
Tomorrow is Another Day
1958
NRA blockbuster youth action film based on the serialized novel in Nikkan Sports by Yoshirō Akinaga, now adapted for the screen.
Young Panther
1959
NRReiko, a free-spirited college girl not bound by social conventions, ends up having an affair with an older, married man even though she already has a boyfriend.
Gyakukōsen
1956
NRThe "Ginza Whirlwind" (Akira Kobayahsi) smashes a counterfeiting ring. Second in the "Ginza Whirlwind" series.
Who is in the Background?
1959
NRNo synopsis available yet.
Joshiryōsai
1957
NRThis action drama depicts a horrifying murder case over a photo of a mysterious beautiful woman hidden in a wallet, and the justice and love-hate relationship between the men involved in the case.
Roar of the City
1958
NRA film about sumo wrestler Wakanohana Kanji I. He was nicknamed "Devil of the dohyo" due to his excellent fighting spirit and endurance.
Wakanohana: The Story of the Devil of the Dohyō
1956
NR1959 Japanese movie
汚れた顔
1959
NRFour henchmen kill Ryu, the head of a group of dollar buyers, on a dark construction site. They divide 1.2 million yen from Ryu's bag into 4 parts and disperse. However, one by one, the henchmen die. The last survivor, Sima Kyuhei, gets a call and is informed that Ryu is alive. He is told that if he does not return the money, he will be killed, and he goes to the meeting place...
Shadow of Intimidation
1959
NR1957 Japanese movie
高校四年
1957
NRIn the Okawa household, Miharu is the breadwinner, while her husband, Soma, handles the domestic chores. One day, a poor student couple moves into their home. Things get even more complicated after their cousin, Matsue, runs away from home after a fight with her husband.
The Husband Wore the Apron
1958
NRA unique erotic mystery about the murder of a husband.
Kawaii Onna
1959
NRNo synopsis available yet.
孤独の人
1957
NR1958 Japanese movie
Naked Saint
1958
NR1958 Japanese movie
Ama Reef
1958
