Yoshiko Yamaguchi
Biography
Yoshiko Yamaguchi was a Japanese actress and singer born February 12, 1920, in China, who performed under multiple stage names including Shirley Yamaguchi and Li Xianglan. The Manchukuo Film Association concealed her Japanese heritage early in her career, presenting her as Chinese under the name Li Hsiang-lan to star in propaganda films representing China. She built an international career performing in China, Japan, Hong Kong, and the United States. After World War II, she appeared in Japanese films using her real name and participated in several English language productions. Yamaguchi later entered politics, serving as a member of the Japanese Parliament for 18 years beginning in the 1970s. She died September 7, 2014.
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51 titles- Yellowface: Asian Whitewashing and Racism in Hollywood (2019) as (archive footage)
- さよなら李香蘭 (1989)
- John Gunther's High Road (1959) as Self
- The Unforgettable Night (1958) as Ge Qiuxia
- The Unforgettable Night (1958) Theme Song Performance
- Angkor Wat Story - Beautiful Sadness (1958) as Angela, her teacher
- Holiday in Tokyo (1958)
- The Lady of Mystery (1957)
- The Legend of the White Serpent (1956) as The White Lady
- Navy Wife (1956) as Akashi
- House of Bamboo (1955) as Mariko
- Husband Comes Home Every Suturday (1954)
- The Last Embrace (1953) as Yukiko Nogami
- Foghorn (1952) as Chiyo (Hana)
- Sword for Hire (1952) as Oryo
- Shanghai Rose (1952) as Li Lili
- One Thousand Ryo Ship in the Wind and Clouds (1952)
- Japanese War Bride (1952) as Tae Shimizu
- Scandal (1950) as Miyako Saijo
- Escape at Dawn (1950) as Harumi
- First Love Questions and Answers (1950)
- Onna no ryūkō (1950)
- Endless Passion (1949) as Beautiful singer
- Shooting Star (1949) as 原口愛子
- Return to Japan (1949)
- Ningen moyo (1949)
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
- Jōnetsu no ningyo (1948)
- The Most Beautiful Day of My Life (1948)
- The Lucky Chair (1948)
- Dear Soldier (1944) as Singer
- Field Army Orchestra (1944) as Ai Ran
- My Nightingale (1944) as Mariko
- The Fighting Street (1943)
- Chorus of Prayer (1943)
- Eternity (1943) as 凤姑
- Sayon's Bell (1943) as Sayon
- The Yellow River (1942)
- Winter Jasmine (1942)
- Suzhou Nights (1941)
- You and I (1941) as Manchurian girl
- Oath on the Burning Sands (1940)
- China Night (1940)
- The Monkey King (1940) as Oriental Woman
- Travels to the East (1940) as Liqin, the Typist
- Retribution of the Vengeful Spirit (1939)
- The Spring Dream of Great Fortune (1939)
- Blood of Arms and Heart of Wisdom (1939)
- Song of the White Orchid (1939)
- Honeymoon Express (1938) as Bride
- Chin Ping Mei
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Yoshiko Yamaguchi best known for?
Yoshiko Yamaguchi is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Legend of the White Serpent (1956), House of Bamboo (1955), Sword for Hire (1952), Scandal (1950).
When and where was Yoshiko Yamaguchi born?
Yoshiko Yamaguchi was born on February 12, 1920 in Fushun, Manchuria. They passed away on September 7, 2014.
How many credits does Yoshiko Yamaguchi have?
Yoshiko Yamaguchi has accumulated over 51 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1938 to 2019.
What is Yoshiko Yamaguchi's background in cinema and television?
Yoshiko Yamaguchi was a Japanese actress and singer born February 12, 1920, in China, who performed under multiple stage names including Shirley Yamaguchi and Li Xianglan. The Manchukuo Film Association concealed her Japanese heritage early in her career, presenting her as Chinese under the name Li Hsiang-lan to star i...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Scandal (1950) as Miyako Saijo — aged about 30
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self — aged about 28
- Sword for Hire (1952) as Oryo — aged about 32
- House of Bamboo (1955) as Mariko — aged about 35
- The Legend of the White Serpent (1956) as The White Lady — aged about 36
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