Biography
Ken Takakura , born Takeichi Oda , was a Japanese actor and singer who appeared in over 200 films. Affectionately referred to as "Ken-san" by audiences, he was best known for his brooding style and the stoic presence he brought to his roles. He won the Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role four times, tied with Koji Yakusho for the most ever. Takakura additionally received the Japanese Medal of Honor with purple ribbon in 1998, the Person of Cultural Merit award in 2006, and the Order of Culture in 2013.
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Awards & recognition
- Order of Culture · 2013
- Kikuchi Kan Prize · 2012
- Person of Cultural Merit · 2006
- Blue Ribbon Awards — Best Actor · 2000
- Kinema Junpo Award — Best Actor · 1999
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- Medal with Purple Ribbon · 1998
- Blue Ribbon Awards — Best Actor · 1978
- Kinema Junpo Award — Best Actor · 1977
- Elan d'or Award — Newcomer of the Year · 1956
- Golden Arrow Award
- Mainichi Film Award — Best Actor
Filmography11 titles
Wolves, Pigs & Men
Robert Mitchum: The Reluctant Star
Red Peony Gambler
Red Peony Gambler: Flower Cards Game
A Fugitive from the Past
Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles
The Yakuza
Bullet Train
Black Rain
Mr. Baseball
Golgo 13