Kumi Mizuno
Biography
Kumi Mizuno is a Japanese actress born Maya Igarashi. She is known for her roles in Toho's 1960's kaiju films, including Matango, Frankenstein vs. Baragon, Invasion of Astro-Monster, Ebirah, Horror of the Deep, and The War of the Gargantuas. Her iconic role is that of the Xilien agent Namikawa in Invasion of Astro-Monster. Mizuno became a cult figure among kaiju fans and was brought back by Toho in 2002 for Godzilla Against Mechagodzilla and in 2004 for Godzilla: Final Wars. She also appeared in Toho's 2009 stage adaptation of its 1960 sci-fi film. Mizuno was born in Niigata, Japan, on January 1, 1937.
Career overview
Kumi Mizuno is a Japanese actress known for her work in various films. She was born Maya Igarashi and later adopted the stage name Mizuno Kumi. Mizuno has appeared in numerous films, although specific titles are not mentioned in the provided information.
One of her notable roles is that of the Xilien agent Namikawa in the 1960s Toho kaiju film Invasion of Astro-Monster. This role has contributed to her cult status among kaiju fans. Mizuno was brought back by Toho in 2002 to appear in Godzilla Against Mechagodzilla and again in 2004 for Godzilla: Final Wars.
In addition to her film work, Mizuno also appeared in Toho's 2009 stage adaptation of its 1960 sci-fi film. The specific title of the stage adaptation is not mentioned in the provided information. Mizuno has also been involved in other film projects, including Chushingura - Hana no maki yuki no maki, Fushigi na koala Blinky, and Kotan no kuchibue, although the exact nature of her involvement in these films is not specified.
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Full Filmography
123 titles- Hakubo no Chronicle (2024)
- 24 JAPAN (2020) as Shigeko Isomura
- Godzilla's Leading Ladies (2020) as Herself
- Yasuragi no Toki: Michi (2019)
- Finding Light at the Darkness Festival (2019)
- Segodon (2018) as Saigo Kimi
- Amanogawa (2018)
- Care Nin (2017) as Keiko Hoshikawa
- Snow Woman (2016)
- The Intermission (2013)
- Lucky Seven (2012)
- The Centenarian Clock (2012)
- Halcyon Skies (2012)
- The Human Vapor (2010)
- Fumiko no umi (2007) as Shige
- Nihon no aozora (2007) as Kawada
- The Passed Scene (2005) as Tamie Suzuki
- Godzilla: Final Wars (2004) as Commander Akiko Namikawa
- The Man Who Wipes Mirrors (2003)
- Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla (2002) as 1999 Prime Minister Machiko Tsuge
- My name is Reiko Shiratori! The Movie (1995) as Hanako Shiratori
- Graduation Journey: I Came from Japan (1993)
- Rainbow Kids (1991) as Kanako Yanagawa, 1st daughter
- Florence My Love (1991)
- Gorudorasshu (1990)
- Bakayarō! 2: I Want to Be Happy (1989)
- Girls In The Wind (1988) as Kaoru
- The Beauty of the Sundial Mansion (1988) as Makiko Goda
- Kaito Ruby (1988) as Toru's Mother
- Night Train (1987) as Masayo
- Toho Unused Special Effects Complete Collection (1986) as Narrator
- Noozles (1984) as Grandma Brown
- Blue Train Travel Alone (1982)
- The Beauty of Heaven and Hell (1982)
- Hamuretto wa yukue fumei (1981)
- Strike the White Ball (1980)
- The Last Game (1979)
- Waga seishun no eleven (1979)
- Edogawa Rampo no bijo shirīzu (1977)
- Love Is in the Green Wind (1974) as Natsuko Aikawa
- Scalpel (1974) as Keiko
- Kininaru Yomesan (1971)
- Crescent Scarred Hatamoto (1970)
- Women's Police: Swirling Butterflies (1970) as Yuko Shiga
- Records of Bloodshed (1970) as Yuka
- Woman Boss (1970)
- Easy Money (1970)
- Gambler's Legacy (1969) as Yoshie
- The Killing Bottle (1967) as Lady X
- Heiji, the Detective (1967) as Oshizu
- Ebirah, Horror of the Deep (1966) as Dayo
- The War of the Gargantuas (1966) as Akemi Togawa
- Invasion of Astro-Monster (1965) as Miss Namikawa
- Frankenstein Conquers the World (1965) as Dr. Sueko Togami
- The White Rose of Hong Kong (1965) as Yuko Nakao
- Whirlwind (1964) as The Witch
- Blood and Diamonds (1964)
- Ant Hell War (1964)
- A Keg of Powder (1964) as Rumi #6
- Trap of Suicide Kilometer (1964) as Reiko Matsushita
- Matango (1963) as Mami Sekiguchi - Singer
- Interpol Code 8 (1963) as Saeko Kinomiya
- Samurai Pirate (1963) as Miwa the Rebel Leader
- Warring Clans (1963) as Takihime
- We Are Salarymen (1963) as Sanae Komuro (Hiroji’s Wife)
- Fifty-Fifty (1963)
- Gorath (1962) as Takiko Nomura
- Chûshingura (1962) as Saho
- The Weed of Crime (1962)
- Operation Sewer Rats (1962) as Soldier
- Woman of Design (1962) as Mitsuko Yoshimura
- Our Failures (1962)
- A Woman's Identity (1962)
- Operation Enemy Fort (1962)
- The Crimson Sky (1962)
- Breakthrough Course of Women in Trouble (1962)
- The Tenth Game of New Salarymen: Salaryman Ittoru (1962)
- Till Tomorrow Is (1962)
- Counterstroke (1962) as Junko
- Blood on the Sea (1961)
- The Merciless Trap (1961)
- Big Shots Die at Dawn (1961)
- The Other Woman (1961) as Ruriko
- The Last Challenge (1961)
- The Witness Killed (1961) as Natsumi
- Blueprint of Murder (1961) as Tomi
- B.G Story: Designs of a 20 Year-Old (1961) as Setsuko Ono (BG)
- Taking a Success Course (1961)
- Kill the Killer! (1961) as Rie (owner of “Seine” dress shop)
- The Tenth Game of New Salarymen (1961) as Chikako (Ichida’s daughter)
- Challenge to Live (1961)
- The Gambling Samurai (1960) as Kiku
- Salaryman Sampei Meijiro: Sighing Husband (1960)
- Ginza Tomboy (1960) as Reiko Kitamura
- Salaryman Idea Book: Concern for Success (1960) as Yumiko
- Modern Salaryman: Bushido Romance (1960) as Murayama Midori
- Black Flower Petal (1960) as Mitsuko Kamimura
- Westward Desperado (1960)
- Salarygirl Story: Saucy Staff (1960) as Yuri Yamagami
- New Third Class Executive: Husband Education (1960) as Rimiko Miyaguchi
- Salaryman Idea Book: Man of Worrisome Episodes (1960) as Natsukawa Yumiko
- The Parting (1960) as Yuki Toyama
- I Want to Be a Shellfish (1959) as Toshiko
- Seniors, Juniors, Co-Workers (1959)
- The Three Treasures (1959) as Azami
- Vagabond Employee: Revenge (1959) as Kyōko Kawano
- Fox and Raccoon (1959) as Kayoko Sagawa
- Vagabond Employee: Outcry (1959) as Kyoko Kawano
- A Young Boss Tries Really Hard (1959) as Kimiko
- Diary of a Company President: Peaceful Period (1959)
- The Bride from Japan (1959) as Hatsue Taniguchi
- A Whistle in My Heart (1959)
- Someday I'll Know (1959)
- The Spell of the Hidden Gold (1958) as Yurie
- Summer Clouds (1958) as Hamako
- Diary of an Elegant Hot Spring (1958) as Keiko Tashiro (newlywed guest)
- Who Is the Informer? (1958) as Kyoko
- Holiday in Tokyo (1958) as Fashion Model L
- Executive Chair (1958) as Otoko Aikawa
- A Bridge for Two Alone (1958)
- The Young Boss is Third Generation (1958) as Kimiko Mikawa, Yukichi’s Sister
- Bright Young Maidens (1958) as Tomoko Nomura
- The Unbalanced Wheel (1957)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kumi Mizuno best known for?
Kumi Mizuno is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Yasuragi no Toki: Michi (2019), Segodon (2018), One Piece: Dead End Adventure (2003), Godzilla: Final Wars (2004).
When and where was Kumi Mizuno born?
Kumi Mizuno was born on January 1, 1937 in Niigata, Japan.
How many credits does Kumi Mizuno have?
Kumi Mizuno has accumulated over 123 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1957 to 2024.
What is Kumi Mizuno's background in cinema and television?
Kumi Mizuno is a Japanese actress born Maya Igarashi. She is known for her roles in Toho's 1960's kaiju films, including Matango, Frankenstein vs. Baragon, Invasion of Astro-Monster, Ebirah, Horror of the Deep, and The War of the Gargantuas. Her iconic role is that of the Xilien agent Namikawa in Invasion of Astro-Mons...
Kumi Mizuno by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- I Want to Be a Shellfish (1959) as Toshiko — aged about 22
- Segodon (2018) as Saigo Kimi — aged about 81
- Yasuragi no Toki: Michi (2019) — aged about 82
- Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla (2002) as 1999 Prime Minister Machiko Tsuge — aged about 65
- Godzilla: Final Wars (2004) as Commander Akiko Namikawa — aged about 67
- Chûshingura (1962) as Saho — aged about 25
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