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Ryūji Kita

Ryūji Kita

Japanese actor (1905–1972)

Ryūji Kita (北 竜二, Kita Ryūji, 1 January 1905 – 16 April 1972) was a Japanese actor. He appeared in more than 280 films from 1937 to 1972.[1]

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Career

Kita started out in the film industry in the scenario department at the Shochiku studios, but moved to Nikkatsu in 1937 and made his acting debut in Tomu Uchida's Kagirinaki zenshin.[1] At Nikkatsu, he both starred in films and played supporting roles.[1] After working at Daiei and going freelance, he returned to Shochiku in 1950 and often played fathers, school principals, and company directors.[1] He appeared in many films directed by Yasujirō Ozu.

Filmography

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References

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    "Kita Ryūji". Kotobanku (in Japanese). Asahi Shinbun. Retrieved 7 March 2015.


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