Atsuko Ichinomiya

Atsuko Ichinomiya

Born: December 29, 1913
Died: February 16, 1991
in Kanda, Tokyo, Japan
Atsuko Ichinomiya was a Japanese actress. Her birth name was Atsuko Yoshida. She was born in Kanda, Tokyo (now Chiyoda Ward), Japan. She grew up in a family involved in the confectionery business. She attended Sei-no Elementary School and then Three-Wheeler High School (currently known as Miwatari Gakuen High School). During her school days, she participated in track and field and showed athletic talent.

In 1932, Atsuko entered the film industry, initially appearing as a voice-over runner in films by the Funi Film Company. She later joined the Nifu Eiga Film Company and made her debut as an actress in the movie "Ginrei Fuji ni Yomigaeru" in 1933. Her performance caught the attention of the industry, and she adopted the stage name Atsuko Ichinomiya.

In 1934, Atsuko became a research student at the Tokyo Takarazuka Theater, which led her to further opportunities in both theater and film. She appeared in various films and plays, establishing herself as a notable actress.

Atsuko Ichinomiya continued to act in both films and television dramas, becoming a well-respected character actor known for her versatile performances. She appeared in movies such as "春の戯れ" ("Spring Play") and "おかあさん" ("Mother"), and she was a regular in popular TV series like "女と味噌汁" ("Women and Miso Soup").

Her dedication to acting and her memorable roles contributed to her lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Atsuko Ichinomiya passed away on February 16, 1991, at the age of 77, due to liver failure. Her contributions to Japanese cinema and television continue to be remembered and appreciated.

Source: "一の宮あつ子" - Wikipedia

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Tales of a Golden Geisha
Title: Tales of a Golden Geisha
Character: Tamonin's Mother Rin
Released: June 2, 1990
Type: Movie
The film stars two of Itami's regular actors, Nobuko Miyamoto as a geisha who brings luck to the men with whom she sleeps, and Masahiko Tsugawa as her unfaithful, sometimes partner. As well as showing her relationships with the man she loves and the men who employ her, it satirizes corruption and the influence of money in Japanese politics.
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Nutcracker Fantasy
Title: Nutcracker Fantasy
Character: Queen Morphia (voice)
Released: March 3, 1979
Type: Movie
Based off of the novel, "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King" and the ballet, "The Nutcracker", Sanrio shows their take on the classic story in a stop-motion animated film.
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The Izu Dancer
Title: The Izu Dancer
Character: Nobu
Released: December 28, 1974
Type: Movie
While vacationing in the Izu peninsula, a high school student Kawashima becomes intrigued by Kaoru, a pretty young dancer in a troupe of travelling performers, and he tags along with them on their journeys.
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Forbidden Affair
Title: Forbidden Affair
Released: August 29, 1970
Type: Movie
Ryô is a young leopard, Maki a rhythmical wave. The barrier between a teacher and a student gives way to the passionate embrace of a man and a woman desperately in love.
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Two in the Shadow
Title: Two in the Shadow
Released: November 18, 1967
Type: Movie
A man is involved in a fatal car accident, and though he is blameless, his company transfers him to a remote branch in a small town. Before he leaves, he gives the man's widow a large sum of money that she uses to move back to her hometown.
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The Thin Line
Title: The Thin Line
Released: February 12, 1966
Type: Movie
Tashiro coincidentally meets his best friend Sugimoto in a bar very close to the apartment in which Sugimoto’s wayward wife is found dead. Although Tashiro is not a suspect in the police investigation, he is racked with guilt and confesses to his wife, Masako. In an effort to further relieve his tortured sense of guilt, he then confesses to Sugimoto. Neither his wife nor his friend can believe that he could have been involved.
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Five Gents' Trick Book
Title: Five Gents' Trick Book
Released: January 3, 1965
Type: Movie
The 22nd film in the Shacho comedy series.
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Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū ren'ai kōsa-ten
Title: Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū ren'ai kōsa-ten
Released: November 17, 1962
Type: Movie
1962 Japanese movie
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47 Ronin
Title: 47 Ronin
Released: November 3, 1962
Type: Movie
After their lord is tricked into committing ritual suicide, forty-seven samurai warriors await the chance to avenge their master and reclaim their honor.
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Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū
Title: Sararīman Gonza to Sukejū
Released: January 28, 1962
Type: Movie
1962 Japanese movie
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The Wiser Age
Title: The Wiser Age
Released: January 14, 1962
Type: Movie
Drama about the lives of the five daughters and daughter-in-law of a store owner.
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Salaryman Shimizu Minato
Title: Salaryman Shimizu Minato
Released: January 3, 1962
Type: Movie
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Acchan no bebi gyangu
Title: Acchan no bebi gyangu
Released: September 17, 1961
Type: Movie
Based on the comic by Fuyuhiko Okabe.
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Sararīman yajikita dōchū
Title: Sararīman yajikita dōchū
Released: June 27, 1961
Type: Movie
1961 Japanese movie
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Sazae-san Plays Cupid
Title: Sazae-san Plays Cupid
Released: March 28, 1961
Type: Movie
An adaptation of the popular Sazae-san comic.
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Happiness of Us Alone
Title: Happiness of Us Alone
Released: January 15, 1961
Type: Movie
The story is of two people. One is deaf, the other deaf and mute. They marry after meeting at a school reunion, and the film follows their trials and tribulations ... and joys.
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Sazae And Aunt Apron
Title: Sazae And Aunt Apron
Released: December 25, 1960
Type: Movie
An adaptation of the popular Sazae-san comic strip
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The Bad Sleep Well
Title: The Bad Sleep Well
Character: Mrs. Ariyama
Released: September 15, 1960
Type: Movie
In this loose adaptation of "Hamlet," illegitimate son Kôichi Nishi climbs to a high position within a Japanese corporation and marries the crippled daughter of company vice president Iwabuchi. At the reception, the wedding cake is a replica of their corporate headquarters, but an aspect of the design reminds the party of the hushed-up death of Nishi's father. It is then that Nishi unleashes his plan to avenge his father's death.
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The Lost Alibi
Title: The Lost Alibi
Character: Grocery store proprietress
Released: March 13, 1960
Type: Movie
Suspense drama about a married salaryman whose affair with one of his co-workers is compromised when, returning from a clandestine meeting with his lover, he runs into a neighbor who is later accused of murder. Questioned by police about the neighbor, and blackmailed by his lover's neighbor, the salaryman's lies lead him on a path to destruction.
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Sazae-san's Baby
Title: Sazae-san's Baby
Released: February 28, 1960
Type: Movie
An adaptation of the popular Sazae-San comic strip.
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Sazae-san, the Wayward Wife
Title: Sazae-san, the Wayward Wife
Released: December 26, 1959
Type: Movie
Masuo and Sazae are enjoying their newlywed life in their new house, even though they are in company housing. Masuo's colleague is invited to thank him for the newlyweds, but Masuo has been told by Managing Director Hanamura to go on a business trip to Kansai. Before long, Masuo contacted Sazae to come to Osaka.
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Sazae-san's Newlywed Family
Title: Sazae-san's Newlywed Family
Released: August 23, 1959
Type: Movie
Sazae's wish came true and she got married to Masuo. The two ended up living together at Sazae's parents' home, the Isono family. However, the newlywed life that started at the Isono family was a disaster. At the Isono family, where bonito and Wakame pranks and neighbors visit, it is difficult even to be alone.
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Zoku shachōtaiheiki
Title: Zoku shachōtaiheiki
Released: March 15, 1959
Type: Movie
7th film in the President series and the first entry in color.
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Yajikita dōchū sugoroku
Title: Yajikita dōchū sugoroku
Released: December 7, 1958
Type: Movie
1958 Japanese movie
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Sazae's Engagement Trip
Title: Sazae's Engagement Trip
Released: August 26, 1958
Type: Movie
An adaptation of the popular Sazae-San comic strip. The first entry in the series shot in TohoScope.
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Oban kanketsu hen
Title: Oban kanketsu hen
Released: July 1, 1958
Type: Movie
Ushinosuke returns to Tokyo with new ambitions. Fourth and final part of the film adaptation of Bunroku Shishi’s novel, Oban.
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Teenage Sazae
Title: Teenage Sazae
Released: December 28, 1957
Type: Movie
Adaptation of the popular Sazae-San comic strip. The first entry in the series shot in color.
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The Living Koheiji
Title: The Living Koheiji
Character: Otane
Released: August 4, 1957
Type: Movie
The actor Koheiji is terribly in love with the wife of his best friend, the playwright Takuro; to get her, he would even kill Takuro.
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Zoku Ôban: Fûun hen
Title: Zoku Ôban: Fûun hen
Character: Arishima's maid
Released: July 19, 1957
Type: Movie
Ushinosuke returns broke to his hometown, where everyone believes he's rich and successful. Part two (of four) of the film adaptation of Bunroku Shishi's novel, Oban.
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Sazae-san Sequel
Title: Sazae-san Sequel
Released: April 9, 1957
Type: Movie
An adaptation of the popular Sazae-San comic strip.
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Sazae-san
Title: Sazae-san
Released: December 12, 1956
Type: Movie
An adaptation of the popular Sazae-san comic strip. The first entry in Toho's Sazae-san series.
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はりきり社長
Title: はりきり社長
Released: July 13, 1956
Type: Movie
The third instalment in the Shacho Series.
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The President Talks Bank
Title: The President Talks Bank
Released: March 20, 1956
Type: Movie
The president learns that the company's biggest stockholder is also a friend of his singing teacher and spies on his movements.
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The President's Boss
Title: The President's Boss
Released: January 3, 1956
Type: Movie
A new third-class president wins an appointment thanks to his marriage with the former president's daughter.
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Dimple of Tokyo
Title: Dimple of Tokyo
Released: July 15, 1952
Type: Movie
Buntaro, the president of a food trading company got tired of the day-to-day routine of life. The new secretary, Nobuko, suggested her "shacho-san" (the president) run away from the job. Nobuko took Buntaro to her home and introduced him to her own family as friend, "Sachio-san"...
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Mother
Title: Mother
Character: Koyo Fukuhara
Released: June 12, 1952
Type: Movie
A teenaged girl witnesses her widowed mother's attempt to sustain her family.
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大当りパチンコ娘
Title: 大当りパチンコ娘
Released: January 15, 1952
Type: Movie
Japanese comedy film.
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Who Knows a Woman's Heart
Title: Who Knows a Woman's Heart
Released: December 21, 1951
Type: Movie
Ikeuchi was captain of the K - University ice hockey team. The daughter Shikotsuko of Ginza 's western restaurant "Piccolo" was also a female student at K University and was a figure player. They had a dream of being dispatched to Oslo in the Olympic Games and were struggling in each way. Mizuno who runs a sports equipment store in Ginza, showed the geisha by guiding the junior's Ikeuchi and others to the shop of Shimbashi one day.
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Tsuki yori no haha
Title: Tsuki yori no haha
Character: Tokuyo
Released: August 24, 1951
Type: Movie
Japanese drama film.
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新遊侠伝 遊侠往来
Title: 新遊侠伝 遊侠往来
Released: May 18, 1951
Type: Movie
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新遊侠伝
Title: 新遊侠伝
Released: May 5, 1951
Type: Movie
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Amakara chindōchū
Title: Amakara chindōchū
Released: November 11, 1950
Type: Movie
Kotaro Shimoyama, once a government official, loses his job and separates from his wife, Sachie. He now resides with his daughter, Haruko. By chance, he apprehends a criminal and reconnects with his former colleague, Sakamoto, leading him to become a security guard at a film studio. Haruko, secretly a singer, rises to stardom within the same studio. Unbeknownst to each other, they both work there. As the studio faces turmoil, their hidden identities are unveiled...
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The Munekata Sisters
Title: The Munekata Sisters
Released: August 8, 1950
Type: Movie
Setsuko is unhappily married to Mimura, an engineer with no job and a bad drinking habit. She had always been in love with Hiroshi but both of them failed to propose when Hiroshi left for France a few years ago. Now he is back and Mariko tries to reunite them. She too is secretly in love with Hiroshi.
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Sanshiro of Ginza
Title: Sanshiro of Ginza
Released: March 30, 1950
Type: Movie
An early film by Kon Ichikawa
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Ginza Cancan Girls
Title: Ginza Cancan Girls
Released: August 16, 1949
Type: Movie
Shizuko Kasagi and Hideko Takamine star as young women who try to raise money for a needy old friend by becoming wandering singers who work for tips in Tokyo's Ginza nightlife district.
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Flirtation in Spring
Title: Flirtation in Spring
Released: April 12, 1949
Type: Movie
Japanese adaptation of Marcel Pagnol's play "Marius", set in early XXth century Japan.
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365 Nights
Title: 365 Nights
Character: Saki
Released: September 2, 1948
Type: Movie
A young man rents an apartment in Tokyo and discover it was built by his father. He falls in love with the daughter of the mistress of the house and decides to marry her. Only to discover that his father is is in debt and wants him to marry Ranko so that she may help his company by granting 1.5 million yen. Teruko decides to borrow money from a greedy bar owner who lends her money on certain conditions and photographs her without her consent. A love traingle forms between Koroku, Ranko, and Teruko. Things complicate when Koroku marries Teruko and Tsugawa threatens them for the money causing many twists and turns.
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The Age of Beginnings
Title: The Age of Beginnings
Character: Older Sister Kimiko
Released: July 15, 1947
Type: Movie
A newly hired daily newspaper writer covering the society beat receives an assignment to cover Tokyo at night by walking and observing it. He gets into the right frame of mind by dressing the part as a vagrant with not a penny to his name. He gets into trouble ending up at the police station slammer overnight. He has no material to write about and, with his assignment unfulfilled, faces a cross editor.
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Once More
Title: Once More
Released: April 1, 1947
Type: Movie
A romance with political overtones about the relationship of a sheltered bourgeois woman and a doctor who devotes himself to caring for the poor. Over a ten-year period - from 1936 through the war - they find each other and are separated again by the events of those tumultuous days.
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A Thousand and One Nights with Toho
Title: A Thousand and One Nights with Toho
Released: February 25, 1947
Type: Movie
The debut film of Shin Toho Productions
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World of Love
Title: World of Love
Released: April 14, 1943
Type: Movie
A sixteen-year-old who had been living on her own since her mother died, frequently gets in trouble with the police. She gets sent to an "institute" for young girls in the countryside. There the residents grow their own food, cook and clean for themselves, and are taught language, music, and sewing. While there the young girl slowly begins to form friendships and come out of her shell.
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Wings of Victory
Title: Wings of Victory
Released: October 15, 1942
Type: Movie
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A Man's Flower Road of Triumph
Title: A Man's Flower Road of Triumph
Character: Geisha
Released: December 30, 1941
Type: Movie
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The Battle of Kawanakajima
Title: The Battle of Kawanakajima
Character: Otsuki
Released: November 30, 1941
Type: Movie
This epic depicts the battle between Uesugi Kenshin and Takeda Shingen. The focus of the story is the struggle by the unit leader in charge of the main supply wagons and the supply troops to transport materiel to the Uesugi army. To this are added episodes involving an itinerant woman.
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Shimizu Jirocho
Title: Shimizu Jirocho
Released: September 17, 1938
Type: Movie