Katsuya Kobayashi
Biography
Katsuya Kobayashi is a Japanese actor who has contributed to both television and film. His professional credits include a role in the 1980 film Kagemusha, directed by Akira Kurosawa. In the realm of television, he appeared in the series Shogun, which was broadcast in 1980. His work in the industry spans various productions, demonstrating his involvement in significant projects during that era. By participating in these notable titles, Kobayashi established himself as a recognizable figure within the Japanese entertainment landscape. His filmography reflects a career that bridges the gap between historical cinematic epics and serialized television storytelling. These roles remain the primary verifiable points of his documented acting career as recorded in archival materials.
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- Last Man: The Blind Profiler (2023)
- Get Ready! (2023) as Tomoaki Ishikawa
- Lumberjack the Monster (2023)
- Giri/Haji (2019) as Shin Endo
- 60 JUSTICE PROJECT (2018) as Kajinaga
- The Long Excuse (2016)
- Yuriko's Picture Book (2016)
- Lucky Seven (2012)
- Dreams for Sale (2012) as Hisao Kanayama
- CSI: Crime Scene Talks (2011)
- Stranger in My Town (2011) as Katsuo Takemoto
- Jin (2009)
- Rinjo (2009) as Mamoru Nishida
- Oppai Volleyball (2009) as Teacher Harada
- Brake (2009)
- Fate/stay night (2006) as Magus (voice)
- Sasori (2004) as Shingo Kitami
- 8 ½ Women (1999) as Simato's Father
- Farewell, Mr. Premier (1997)
- Psychic Theater Mr. Maric's Super Magic V (1990)