Jun Ōtomo

Born: 1899-11-21

Birthplace: Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan

Biography

Originally a music teacher, Jun joined the Toho Mobile Culture Corps during WWII. He ultimately became active as a character actor in Toho and Shintoho productions in the '50s and '60s. Noted for his menacing onscreen countenance, he was remembered for his mild-mannered and affable nature in private life.

Known For

Throne of Blood
Yojimbo
The Human Condition I: No Greater Love
The Ghost of Yotsuya
Jigoku
Black River
Female Slave Ship
Fire Line
The Pacific War and the International Military Tribunal
Three Sisters with Maiden Hearts

Top Movie Credits

Yojimbo Seibei Follower
Jigoku Ensai Taniguchi
Black River (uncredited)
Fire Line Naganuma