Youki Kudoh
Biography
Youki Kudoh is a Japanese actress and singer. Born on January 17, 1971, in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan, she is known for her work in the entertainment industry. Kudoh's stage name is written as 工藤夕貴 in Japanese. She has appeared in numerous projects, with a total of 39 known credits. Kudoh has won several awards for her performances, including the best newcomer award at the 6th Yokohama Film Festival for The Crazy Family and the best actress award at the 16th Hochi Film Award for War and Youth.
Career overview
Youki Kudoh is a Japanese actress and singer. She has been involved in the acting profession. Kudoh has appeared in numerous projects, with 39 credits to her name.
Kudoh's work has garnered recognition at various film festivals. She won the award for best newcomer at the 6th Yokohama Film Festival for her role in The Crazy Family. This achievement highlights her early success in the industry.
Kudoh's talent has also been acknowledged at the 16th Hochi Film Award, where she received the award for best actress for her performance in War and Youth. This recognition further solidifies her position as a skilled actress in Japan.
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Full Filmography
40 titles- Delinquent Teenagers Who Can't Cut Cake (2023)
- Why I Dress Up for Love (2021) as Sumire Mashiba
- Gal & Dino (2020) as Senpai (voice)
- The Brighton Miracle (2019) as Nellie Jones
- We Are Little Zombies (2019) as Rie Ota
- We Are (2018) as Saeko
- Yamaonna Nikki (2016)
- This Country's Sky (2015) as Satoko's mother
- Tokyo ga senjo ni natta hi (2014)
- A Girl in the Apple Farm (2013) as Mikami Mayumi
- Karakara (2012) as Junko
- Zatoichi: The Last (2010) as Toyo
- The Limits of Control (2009) as Molecules
- Death Note: L Change the WorLd (2008) as Kimiko Kujo
- Rush Hour 3 (2007) as Dragon Lady
- Imprint (2006) as Woman
- Granny Gabai (2006) as Mother
- Masters of Horror (2005) as Woman
- Memoirs of a Geisha (2005) as Pumpkin
- The Wind Carpet (2003) as Kinue Nagai
- The Wind Carpet (2003) Associate Producer
- Psycho Doctor (2002) as Nami Okino
- The Chronicle (2001) as Mina Shen
- Undeclared (2001) as Kikuki
- Blood: The Last Vampire (2000) as Saya (voice)
- Snow Falling on Cedars (1999) as Hatsue Miyamoto
- Heaven's Burning (1997) as Midori
- Picture Bride (1995) as Riyo
- Wind of the Ryūkyū Islands (1993)
- War and Youth (1991) as Yukari Hanafusa / Sakiko
- Mystery Train (1989) as Mitsuko
- Labyrinth Romanesque (1988) as Fumi
- Shaolin vs. Vampire (1988) as Yuko
- The Blue Mountains '88 (1988) as Shinko Terazawa
- From a Girl's Highschool Manual (1987)
- Byakkotai (1986) as Inoue Yumiko
- Typhoon Club (1985) as Rie Takami
- Congratulatory Speech (1985) as Fusae Saotome
- The Crazy Family (1984) as Erika Kobayashi
- Diary of a Mad Old Man
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Youki Kudoh best known for?
Youki Kudoh is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Limits of Control (2009), Death Note: L Change the WorLd (2008), Rush Hour 3 (2007), Masters of Horror (2005).
When and where was Youki Kudoh born?
Youki Kudoh was born on January 17, 1971 in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan.
How many credits does Youki Kudoh have?
Youki Kudoh has accumulated over 40 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2023.
What is Youki Kudoh's background in cinema and television?
Youki Kudoh is a Japanese actress and singer. Born on January 17, 1971, in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan, she is known for her work in the entertainment industry. Kudoh's stage name is written as 工藤夕貴 in Japanese. She has appeared in numerous projects, with a total of 39 known credits. Kudoh has won several awards for her per...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Chronicle (2001) as Mina Shen — aged about 30
- Psycho Doctor (2002) as Nami Okino — aged about 31
- Memoirs of a Geisha (2005) as Pumpkin — aged about 34
- Undeclared (2001) as Kikuki — aged about 30
- Mystery Train (1989) as Mitsuko — aged about 18
- Masters of Horror (2005) as Woman — aged about 34
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