Kaichi Yamamoto
Birthday
September 6, 1877 (62 years)
Place of Birth
Tokyo, Japan
Known For
Acting
Biography
Kaichi Yamamoto, also known as Yamakichi, was a distinguished Japanese actor renowned for his performances in both contemporary and period films. He was a prominent figure at Nikkatsu studios following the era of Onoe Matsunosuke. At the age of 18 in 1895, he joined the "Kawakami Onjuro Troupe," a prominent New School (Shinpa) theater group led by Onjuro Kawakami. Four years later, at the age of 22, Yamamoto participated in the troupe's overseas performances, including those in the United States, showcasing his talent on international stages. In 1917, he was invited to join the Nikkatsu Mukojima Studio, where he transitioned to film acting after a prolific 22-year theatrical career, shortly before turning 40. His first film at Nikkatsu, "Tsuyu no Chigiri" (Oath of Dew), was released on June 30, 1917, at the Asakusa Opera Hall. After the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923, which devastated the Mukojima Studio, Yamamoto transferred to Nikkatsu Kyoto Studio. He continued to excel in contemporary dramas, including films like "Okina to Seizo" (Okina and Seizo) and "Toge no Uta" (The Song of the Mountain Pass), the latter being part of the New Year's line-up in 1924[3]. For over a decade, he resided in Kyoto, where he became a stalwart in period dramas, particularly after the passing of Kabuki actor Onoe Matsunosuke. In 1934, with the establishment of Nikkatsu Tamagawa Studio (now Kadokawa Daiei Studio) as a hub for contemporary dramas, Yamamoto moved there and appeared in films like "Aizou Toge" (Love and Hate Pass). Yamamoto's filmography boasts a remarkable 250-plus films, demonstrating his enduring legacy in Japanese cinema. He passed away on December 17, 1939, at the age of 62, having left an indelible mark on the world of acting and film.
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Movies with Kaichi Yamamoto
Metropolitan Symphony
Jan 2, 1929
Mistress of a Foreigner
Jul 1, 1930
Zōho kaitei Chūshingura
Sep 1, 1927
The 26 Martyrs of Japan
Oct 1, 1931
Mito Kōmon
Oct 15, 1926
Happy Daughter
May 3, 1934
Great Bodhisattva Pass 2
Apr 14, 1936
Jean Valjean: Part Two
Feb 25, 1931
Sonno Joi
Oct 1, 1927
The Homeland
Feb 25, 1923
Foggy Harbour
Jul 29, 1923
Jean Valjean: Part One
Feb 17, 1931