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Jinsei Tsuji

Known For
Directing
Born
October 4, 1959 in Tokyo, Japan
Active Years
1995–2024 (30 Years)
Total Credits
28 credits in database
Directing Born Oct 4, 1959 Tokyo, Japan 28 credits
28
Total Credits
1995–2024
30 Years Career Span
1
Vault Titles
5
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Jinsei Tsuji, also known by the name Hitonari Tsuji, is a Tokyo-born Japanese writer, composer, and film director who was born on October 4, 1959. He uses the name Jinsei Tsuji, an alternative reading of his Japanese name, specifically for his film and singing work. His credits in the film industry include directing and writing. Among his directorial works are the films Hotoke and Filament, both released in 2001, which were officially presented at the 51st Berlin International Film Festival. His other film works include Firamento released in 2002, Acacia released in 2009, and Samenagara miru yume released in 2014. He was previously married to Miho Nakayama and Kaho Minami.

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Career

Career overview

Jinsei Tsuji is a Tokyo-born Japanese writer, composer, and film director who was born on October 4, 1959. While he is known by the name Hitonari Tsuji in his writing career, he uses the alternative reading Jinsei Tsuji for his work in music and film. He began his professional career as a writer in 1989 and has seen his literary works translated into 20 languages with sales exceeding ten million copies. His bibliography includes the books Calmi Cuori Appassionati Blu, published in 1999, and Good Bye See You Someday, published in 2001.

As a filmmaker, Tsuji has directed several projects. His films Hotoke and Filament, both released in 2001, were officially presented at the 51st Berlin International Film Festival. Other directorial credits attributed to him include the 2002 film Firamento, the 2009 film Acacia, and the 2014 film Samenagara miru yume. Throughout his career, he has maintained a diverse portfolio that spans literature, music, and cinema, utilizing his professional pseudonym to distinguish his creative output in the performing arts from his literary contributions.

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Frequent co-stars

Career timeline

What Comes After Love · Novel
Tokyo Decibels · WriterTokyo Decibels · Director
Face To Face
The Unfading Dream We Have · DirectorThe Unfading Dream We Have · WriterThe Unfading Dream We Have · Editor
Paris Tokyo PaysageParis Tokyo Paysage · DirectorParis Tokyo Paysage · ScreenplayParis Tokyo Paysage · Editor
Acacia · DirectorAcacia · ScreenplayAcacia · StoryGoodbye, Someday · Novel
目下の恋人 · Director目下の恋人 · Original Story目下の恋人 · ScreenplayFilament · Director
裸にしたい男Hotoke · DirectorHotoke · WriterHotoke · Original Music ComposerBetween Calmness and Passion · Novel
Sennen-Tabito · DirectorSennen-Tabito · Scenario Writer
Open House · Story
Angel's Share · Director

Full Filmography

28 titles
  • What Comes After Love (2024) Novel
  • Tokyo Decibels (2017) Writer
  • Tokyo Decibels (2017) Director
  • Face To Face (2015) as Self - Guest
  • The Unfading Dream We Have (2014) Director
  • The Unfading Dream We Have (2014) Writer
  • The Unfading Dream We Have (2014) Editor
  • Paris Tokyo Paysage (2013)
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  • Paris Tokyo Paysage (2013) Director
  • Paris Tokyo Paysage (2013) Screenplay
  • Paris Tokyo Paysage (2013) Editor
  • Acacia (2010) Director
  • Acacia (2010) Screenplay
  • Acacia (2010) Story
  • Goodbye, Someday (2010) Novel
  • 目下の恋人 (2002) Director
  • 目下の恋人 (2002) Original Story
  • 目下の恋人 (2002) Screenplay
  • Filament (2002) Director
  • 裸にしたい男 (2001)
  • Hotoke (2001) Director
  • Hotoke (2001) Writer
  • Hotoke (2001) Original Music Composer
  • Between Calmness and Passion (2001) Novel
  • Sennen-Tabito (1999) Director
  • Sennen-Tabito (1999) Scenario Writer
  • Open House (1998) Story
  • Angel's Share (1995) Director

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Jinsei Tsuji best known for?

Jinsei Tsuji is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Face To Face (2015).

When and where was Jinsei Tsuji born?

Jinsei Tsuji was born on October 4, 1959 in Tokyo, Japan.

How many credits does Jinsei Tsuji have?

Jinsei Tsuji has accumulated over 28 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1995 to 2024.

What is Jinsei Tsuji's background in cinema and television?

Jinsei Tsuji, also known by the name Hitonari Tsuji, is a Tokyo-born Japanese writer, composer, and film director who was born on October 4, 1959. He uses the name Jinsei Tsuji, an alternative reading of his Japanese name, specifically for his film and singing work. His credits in the film industry include directing an...

Jinsei Tsuji by the numbers

28credits
25films
3TV series
1995–2024active years

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