Naomasa Musaka, a Japanese actor of great renown, initiated his life's odyssey on April 10, 1954, within the culturally rich and vibrant metropolis of Tokyo, Japan. Throughout his illustrious career, he has left an indelible mark, with an array of memorable performances that continue to resonate with audiences. Some of his most iconic roles include the highly acclaimed The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi, which premiered in 2003, as well as the thought-provoking and visually striking Tetsuo: The Iron Man, which debuted in 1989. Additionally, his critically acclaimed performance in The Sun, which premiered in 2005, has cemented his status as a master of his craft.
Personal Details
Height5' 8"
BornApr 10, 1954 Tokyo, Japan
Biography
Career
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2021

Detective Chinatown 3 as Ooinu Takashi
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2019

Kingdom as Riten
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2017
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2016

Black Widow Business as Hideo Motoki
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2014

Partners: The Movie III as Taizo Katsurahama
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2010
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2009

20th Century Boys 3: Redemption as Father Nitani
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2008

Akiresu to kame as Newspaper Shop's Father
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2007

Kantoku · Banzai! as Karate Instructor
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Kaidan as Soetsu
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2006
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2005

The Sun as Anami, Minister of the War
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2003

Ao no hono-o as Masashi Kano
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The Blind Swordsman: Zatoichi as Yakuza Boss on the Country Road
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Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S. as Goro Kanno
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2002

Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla as Dr. Gorō Kanno
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2000

Anaza hevun as Sakamoto-keibu
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Brother as Hisamatsu
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1996

Sûpâ no onna as Butcher Department Chief
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1995

Tokyo Fist as Haze
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1992

Sumo Do, Sumo Don't as Sumo OB
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1989

Tetsuo: The Iron Man as Doctor