Takayuki Godai
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 1, 1956 in Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan
- Active Years
- 1977–2024 (48 Years)
- Total Credits
- 38 credits in database
Biography
Takayuki Godai is a Japanese actor born in Setagaya, Tokyo, on July 1, 1956. He is recognized for his role as the ninja Saizo in the television jidaigeki series Abarenbo Shogun, appearing in approximately 190 episodes spanning from the third series through the fifth. His stage name is derived from a character portrayed by Yujiro Ishihara in the 1969 film Eiko e no 5,000 kiro. Beyond his live-action work, Godai is a voice actor who contributed to Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan and provided the voice for the villain Akudaikaan in Futari wa Pretty Cure Splash Star. In film, he starred opposite Rina Akiyama in the 2006 horror production Eko eko azaraku: B-page. He holds 37 known credits in his career.
Career overview
Takayuki Godai is a Japanese actor born on July 1, 1956, in Setagaya, Tokyo. He is widely recognized for his portrayal of the ninja Saizo in the long-running prime-time television jidaigeki series Abarenbō Shōgun. Godai joined the cast during the third series, making his first appearance in episode 57, and continued in the role through the fourth and fifth series for a total of approximately 190 episodes. His stage name is derived from the character played by Yujiro Ishihara in the 1969 film Eiko e no 5,000 kiro.
In addition to his work in jidaigeki, Godai is a voice actor who has contributed to various productions. His credits include roles in the series Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan and the portrayal of the villain Akudaikaan in Futari wa Pretty Cure Splash Star. Within the film industry, he played the male lead alongside Rina Akiyama in the 2006 horror movie Eko eko azaraku: B-page. According to his professional records, he has accumulated 37 known acting credits throughout his career.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
38 titles- Ninja Sentai Kakuranger Part 3: The Fights of Middle Age (2024) as Yoshiteru
- New Eagle of Decotora (2021)
- White and Yellow ~My Pancake Story from Hawaii~ (2018) as Ibata [regular customer]
- Anthropologist Kumiko Misaki Murder Exam 6 (2016) as Yutaka Inaba
- Kirisaki Jack no Kokuhaku (2015)
- Kiyoko Ranman (2013) as Yuma Kiichi
- 新・ミナミの帝王～狙われた銀次郎～ (2013)
- Onihei Gaiden - Promise in the Shadows (2013)
- The King of Minami Returns: Ginjiro in Danger (2013)
- Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger (2011) as Takayuki Hiba
- Engine Sentai Go-Onger (2008) as Saw Banki (voice)
- Engine Sentai Go-Onger (2008) as Chainsaw Banki (voice)
- Love Letter from Heaven (2007) as Eisuke Motomura
- PreCure Splash Star (2006) as Akudaikaan (voice)
- Futari wa Precure Splash☆Star: Maji Doki Theater (2006) as Akudaikan (voice)
- Eko Eko Azarak: B-Page (2006)
- Whispering Grudge (2000)
- Let's Go to Onsen (1999)
- Fallen Angels II (1999) as Takeda
- Seikimatsu Bakuroden Saga (1997)
- Ring (1995) as Copy Editor
- Female Criminal Jutteura Punishment II (1995)
- Gambling King (1995)
- Ninja Sentai Kakuranger (1994) as Yoshiteru
- Abarenbo Shogun: The Avenging Angel (1993)
- Abarenbo Shogun: The Bride of Edo Castle (1991)
- Tales of the Bizarre (1990)
- Like a Beast (1990)
- Goryokaku (1988)
- Onna no Naka no Kaze (1988)
- "Guys Who Never Learn" Part 2 (1987)
- Lady Karuizawa (1982) as Jun'ichi Shitô
- Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan (1981) as Takayuki Hiba
- The Moon Mask Rider (1981)
- Baian the Assassin (1981) as Jugoro Kosugi
- Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan: The Movie (1981) as Takayuki Hiba / Vul Eagle II
- A Certain Seductive Summer (1979)
- Edogawa Rampo no bijo shirīzu (1977)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Takayuki Godai best known for?
Takayuki Godai is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ninja Sentai Kakuranger: Act Three - Middle-Aged Struggles (2024), Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger (2011), Engine Sentai Go-Onger (2008), Engine Sentai Go-Onger (2008).
When and where was Takayuki Godai born?
Takayuki Godai was born on July 1, 1956 in Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan.
How many credits does Takayuki Godai have?
Takayuki Godai has accumulated over 38 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2024.
What is Takayuki Godai's background in cinema and television?
Takayuki Godai is a Japanese actor born in Setagaya, Tokyo, on July 1, 1956. He is recognized for his role as the ninja Saizo in the television jidaigeki series Abarenbo Shogun, appearing in approximately 190 episodes spanning from the third series through the fifth. His stage name is derived from a character portrayed...
Takayuki Godai by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Ninja Sentai Kakuranger Part 3: The Fights of Middle Age (2024) as Yoshiteru — aged about 68
- Taiyo Sentai Sun Vulcan (1981) as Takayuki Hiba — aged about 25
- PreCure Splash Star (2006) as Akudaikaan (voice) — aged about 50
- Ninja Sentai Kakuranger (1994) as Yoshiteru — aged about 38
- Tales of the Bizarre (1990) — aged about 34
- Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger (2011) as Takayuki Hiba — aged about 55
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