Tetsuro Tamba

Overview

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Birthday
Jul 17, 1922 (102 years old)
Death date
Sep 24, 2006

Tetsuro Tamba

Known For

Yoshitsune
1h 0m
TV Show 2005

Yoshitsune

Yoshitsune is a Japanese television drama series originally broadcast between 9 January and 11 December 2005, with a three-part special compilation being aired from 24 December to 25 December 2005. The 44th Taiga Drama, the original work is by Miyao Tomiko, screenplay by Kaneko Narito and starring Hideaki Takizawa.

Order Made ~Shiawase Iro no Shinshi Fuku Mise~
0h 45m
TV Show 2004

Order Made ~Shiawase Iro no Shinshi Fuku Mise~

Toshiie and Matsu
1h 0m
TV Show 2002

Toshiie and Matsu

The 41st NHK Taiga Drama is Toshiie to Matsu. During the turbulent Warring States Era, one man's life and career intertwined with the three great generals of Japanese history-Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu. With political savvy and the support of his fiercely loyal wife, Maeda Toshiie rose to second in power in the shogunate and built up a fiefdom that encompassed Echizen, Noto and Kaga.

The Veteran Trio
0h 59m
TV Show 1999

The Veteran Trio

After spending 20 years searching for the object of his vengeance, Sekiya Kanbei discovers he is now a ronin. Inui Sanshiro was the head of a clan until his son succeeded him, or so he says. Genmu claims to have once been a ninja. These three elderly men join forces to travel the Japanese countryside together. Along the way, they encounter situations that bring out the "warrior" in each of them, and soon they are fighting the corruption and injustices that plague the common people.

Hashiran ka!
0h 15m
TV Show 1995

Hashiran ka!

Set in Hakata, the series is about a young man who wants to play rock music even though his father expects him to follow him in making Hakata ningyou (a traditional Japanese clay doll). One of the few Asadora starring a male character.

Tetsuro Tamba’s Great Spiritual World 3: Amazing Reincarnation Story That Ran Around the Whole
0h 55m
Movie 1994

Tetsuro Tamba’s Great Spiritual World 3: Amazing Reincarnation Story That Ran Around the Whole

At the end of the Edo period, nine-year-old Katsugoro told his older sister that he was the reincarnation of Tozo, who had died in a neighboring village. A live-action adaptation of Koizumi Yakumo's "Katsugoro Saisei Ki", which is based on a reincarnation incident that is also recorded in the official documents of the Edo magistrate's office.

Coming Home
TV Show 1994

Coming Home

Shirota Shintaro lives with his wife Atsuko, his four children, Shitaro's father Fukuzo, and a dog. He is forced to make room for his sister Megumi and her children, as well as an unexpected lodger from Hungary.

Psychic: Traveler to the Unknown
1h 51m
Movie 1994

Psychic: Traveler to the Unknown

Hikaru, an ordinary man, discovers a way to unleash the supernatural powers hidden inside his soul, allowing him to cure others with his newfound “ki” healing power.

新幹線物語'93夏
TV Show 1993

新幹線物語'93夏

Biography

Tetsuro Tamba (July 17, 1922 – September 24, 2006) was a distinguished Japanese actor known for his versatile talent across five decades. Recognized globally for his portrayal of Tiger Tanaka in the iconic 1967 James Bond film "You Only Live Twice," Tamba's cinematic journey was a remarkable blend of cultural bridges. Before embarking on his acting career, Tamba worked as an interpreter for the Allied Powers' Supreme Commander. Graduating from Chuo University in 1948, he later joined Shintoho company, making his debut in the film Satsujin Yougishain in 1951. Tamba's impact on Western audiences extended beyond Bond, with standout performances in films like Bridge to the Sun and The 7th Dawn. He earned acclaim in Japan as well, most notably as the lead in police dramas like Key Hunter and G-Men '75. His talents weren't confined to the screen alone. Tamba lent his voice to characters like the Cat King in Studio Ghibli's The Cat Returns and graced historical roles in television dramas, leaving an indelible mark on period pieces. In 2005, Tamba faced health challenges but continued to contribute until the end. Sadly, he passed away in Tokyo at 84 due to pneumonia on September 24, 2006. His legacy lives on through his son, actor Yoshitaka Tamba, while his last appearances in the 2005 Taiga drama Yoshitsune and the 2006 film Sinking of Japan remain a testament to his enduring impact on Japanese cinema and beyond.

Acting

2005
Yoshitsune
2004
Order Made ~Shiawase Iro no Shinshi Fuku Mise~
2003
Yumemiru Budo
2002
Toshiie and Matsu
1999
The Veteran Trio
1995
Hashiran ka!
1994
Tetsuro Tamba’s Great Spiritual World 3: Amazing Reincarnation Story That Ran Around the Whole
1994
Coming Home
1994
Psychic: Traveler to the Unknown
1993
新幹線物語'93夏
1993
Emperor of Upheaval
1993
The Supernormal II
1992
Hanshichi Torimonochō
1992
Taira no Kiyomori
1991
Minamoto Yoshitsune
1991
The Tale of Genji
1991
The Great Shogunate Battle
1991
Yakuza Warfare
1991
Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky
1991
The Hitman: Blood Smells Like Roses
1991
Kim's War
1991
Heat Wave
1991
Female Neo-Ninjas
1990
1750 Days of Turbulence
1990
School Be-In Bully
1990
13 Assassins
1990
Tetsuro Tamba's Great Spirit World 2: I was surprised when I died!!
1990
HOTEL
1989
The Political Game
1989
Yakuza Ladies 3
1989
長七郎江戸日記スペシャル 長七郎 大奥まかり通る
1989
Tetsuro Tamba's Great Spirit World: What Happens When You Die
1988
Tokugawa Ieyasu – TBS Warlord Special
1988
Tokyo Pop
1987
Tabaruzaka
1987
There Goes Benio, the Smart Girl
1987
Twilight of the Cockroaches
1987
You're My Destiny
1987
Ronin on a Mission
1987
Shinran: Path to Purity
1987
Night Train
1987
Tokyo Blackout
1986
Byakkotai
1986
The White Tiger Battalion
1986
Be Free!
1986
April Fish
1986
Cabaret
1986
Inochi
1986
Tokugawa Chronicles: Ambition of the 3 Branches
1985
Vendetta of Obligation
1985
The Last True Yakuza
1985
The Sound of the Waves
1985
Sanada Taiheiki
1985
Love: Starting on a Journey

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