Min Tanaka

Min Tanaka

80 · Born: Mar 10, 1945

Personal Details

Official Socials
Height5' 10"
BornMar 10, 1945 Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Min Tanaka, a distinguished Japanese actor and dancer, has enjoyed a remarkable career that has garnered widespread recognition and acclaim, earning him a reputation as a master of his craft.

Throughout his illustrious career, Tanaka has been acknowledged for his exceptional talent and dedication to his work, receiving numerous accolades and awards for his outstanding performances.

One of the most notable of these recognitions is the prestigious Best Supporting Actor award at the 26th Japan Academy Prize, a testament to his impressive range and versatility as an actor.

This esteemed honor was bestowed upon him for his exceptional performance in the critically acclaimed film, The Twilight Samurai, a role that showcased his remarkable ability to bring depth and nuance to his characters.

Tanaka's impressive body of work has been marked by a consistent commitment to excellence, earning him a reputation as one of Japan's most respected and beloved actors.

Born with a passion for the performing arts, Tanaka began his career as a dancer, honing his skills and developing his unique style before transitioning to acting.

Through his dedication and hard work, he has been able to make a lasting impact on the world of Japanese cinema, leaving a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.

Tanaka's impressive career is a testament to the power of passion, hard work, and dedication, inspiring countless others to pursue their dreams and strive for excellence in their own fields.

Career

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2021
A Morning of Farewell
A Morning of Farewell as Tatsuro Shiraishi
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2019
Svaha: The Sixth Finger
Svaha: The Sixth Finger as Nechoong Tenpa
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The Great War of Archimedes
The Great War of Archimedes as Tadamichi Hirayama
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Children of the Sea
Children of the Sea as Jimu (voice)
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2018
Modest Heroes
Modest Heroes as Blind Man (voice)
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The Outsider
The Outsider as Akihiro
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Vision
Vision as Minamoto
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2017
Blade of the Immortal
Blade of the Immortal as Kagimura Habaki
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2014
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2013
47 Ronin
47 Ronin as Lord Asano
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2011
Rebirth
Rebirth as Taki
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2009
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2006
Tekkonkinkreet
Tekkonkinkreet as Suzuki (voice)
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2005
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2004
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2002
The Twilight Samurai
The Twilight Samurai as Zenemon Yogo
{"id":103831283,"title":"Great Performances","year":1993,"character":"Oedipus Dancer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/great-performances","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103831283.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103831283.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Great Performances
Great Performances as Oedipus Dancer
{"id":226056,"title":"Tetsuo II: Body Hammer","year":"1992","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tetsuo-ii-body-hammer","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226056.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226056.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
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2016
{"id":159982,"title":"Butoh: Body on the Edge of Crisis","year":"1990","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/butoh-body-on-the-edge-of-crisis","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_159982.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_159982.jpg"},"released":1}
1990