Toshishiro Obata

Toshishiro Obata

76 · Born: Oct 20, 1948

Personal Details

BornOct 20, 1948 Gunma Prefecture, Japan

Biography

Toshishiro Obata, a renowned actor of Japanese descent, was born on October 20, 1948, in the picturesque Gunma Prefecture, a region nestled in the heart of Japan.

As an accomplished thespian, Obata has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, with a diverse range of notable roles that have captivated audiences worldwide.

Some of his most iconic performances can be seen in the beloved Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, where he brought to life memorable characters in the 1990 original film and its 1991 sequel, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze.

Furthermore, Obata's talent and versatility have been showcased in a wide array of films, including the sci-fi action classic Demolition Man, released in 1993.

Throughout his illustrious career, Toshishiro Obata has consistently demonstrated his ability to adapt to various roles, earning him a reputation as a talented and dedicated actor.

Career

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1995
The Hunted
The Hunted as Ryuma
{"id":58272,"title":"Red Sun Rising","year":"1994","character":"Oyabun","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/red-sun-rising","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58272.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58272.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
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Blue Tiger
Blue Tiger as Kunimatsu
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The Shadow
The Shadow as Mongol
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1993
Ulterior Motives
Ulterior Motives as Bull Neck Yakuza
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Rising Sun
Rising Sun as Guard at Imperial Arms
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{"id":751,"title":"Walker, Texas Ranger","year":1993,"character":"Japanese Karate Instructor","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/walker-texas-ranger","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_751.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_751.jpg"},"released":1}
Walker, Texas Ranger
Walker, Texas Ranger as Japanese Karate Instructor
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1992
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1991
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{"id":80203,"title":"The Sword of Bushido","year":"1990","character":"Yamaguchi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-sword-of-bushido","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80203.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80203.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
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China O'Brien
China O'Brien as Sommers's Henchmen Fighter (uncredited)
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China O'Brien II
China O'Brien II as Man with Claws
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1989
Black Rain
Black Rain as Mediator
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1986
Ghost Warrior
Ghost Warrior as Japanese Officer