Yoshisada Sakaguchi
Biography
Yoshisada Sakaguchi was a Japanese actor and voice actor born in Tokyo on October 2, 1939. Known professionally by the stage name 坂口芳貞, he maintained a career in acting that included 21 known credits. Beyond his performance work, he served as a professor at J. F. Oberlin University and held an affiliation with the theater company Bungakuza. Sakaguchi passed away on February 13, 2020, at the age of 80. His professional contributions spanned both film and television, though he is primarily recognized for his work within the Japanese entertainment industry. This profile reflects his documented history as an educator and a performer throughout his life in Japan.
Career overview
Yoshisada Sakaguchi was a Japanese actor and voice actor born in Tokyo on October 2, 1939. Throughout his professional career, he was affiliated with the theatrical group Bungakuza. In addition to his work in the performing arts, Sakaguchi served as a professor at J. F. Oberlin University.
His career in the entertainment industry is documented with 21 known credits. Sakaguchi remained active in his profession until his death on February 13, 2020, at the age of 80.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
20 titles- A Letter to Momo (2012) as Great Grandfather (voice)
- Tibetan Dog (2011) as Tzeren (voice)
- JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Phantom Blood (2007) as Tonpetty (voice)
- Nasu: A Migratory Bird with Suitcase (2007) as Pao Pao Beer Kantoku (voice)
- Mushi-Shi (2005)
- Monster (2004) as Colonel Karel Ranke (voice)
- Nasu: Summer in Andalusia (2003) as Pao Pao Beer Kantoku (voice)
- Sadamitsu the Destroyer (2001) as Ido
- Reign: The Conqueror Movie (2000) as Philip II
- Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade (1999) as Hachirō Tabe / Narrator (voice)
- Rurouni Kenshin (1996)
- Black Jack (1993) as Ernesto (voice)
- Girl from Phantasia (1993) Music Editor
- Macross II: Lovers Again (1992) as Exxegran Giri
- Record of Lodoss War (1990) as Ghim (voice)
- Appleseed (1988) as Briareos Hecatombcales (voice)
- Six God Combination GodMars: The Movie (1982) as Baal (voice)
- Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp (1982) as Genie of the Ring (voice)
- Eros + Massacre (1969) as Araya Kimura
- The Shape of Night (1964)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Yoshisada Sakaguchi best known for?
Yoshisada Sakaguchi is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including A Letter to Momo (2012), Tibetan Dog (2011), Plastic Memories (2015), Mushi-Shi (2005).
When and where was Yoshisada Sakaguchi born?
Yoshisada Sakaguchi was born on October 2, 1939 in Tokyo, Japan. They passed away on February 13, 2020.
How many credits does Yoshisada Sakaguchi have?
Yoshisada Sakaguchi has accumulated over 20 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1964 to 2012.
What is Yoshisada Sakaguchi's background in cinema and television?
Yoshisada Sakaguchi was a Japanese actor and voice actor born in Tokyo on October 2, 1939. Known professionally by the stage name 坂口芳貞, he maintained a career in acting that included 21 known credits. Beyond his performance work, he served as a professor at J. F. Oberlin University and held an affiliation with the thea...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Monster (2004) as Colonel Karel Ranke (voice) — aged about 64
- Rurouni Kenshin (1996) — aged about 56
- Mushi-Shi (2005) — aged about 65
- Record of Lodoss War (1990) as Ghim (voice) — aged about 50
- Jin-Roh: The Wolf Brigade (1999) as Hachirō Tabe / Narrator (voice) — aged about 59
- A Letter to Momo (2012) as Great Grandfather (voice) — aged about 72
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