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Atsuko Ichinomiya was a Japanese actress. Her birth name was Atsuko Yoshida. She was born in Kanda, Tokyo (now Chiyoda Ward), Japan. She grew up in a family involved in the confectionery business. She attended Sei-no Elementary School and then Three-Wheeler High School (currently known as Miwatari Gakuen High School). During her school days, she participated in track and field and showed athletic talent. In 1932, Atsuko entered the film industry, initially appearing as a voice-over runner in films by the Funi Film Company. She later joined the Nifu Eiga Film Company and made her debut as an actress in the movie "Ginrei Fuji ni Yomigaeru" in 1933. Her performance caught the attention of the industry, and she adopted the stage name Atsuko Ichinomiya. In 1934, Atsuko became a research student at the Tokyo Takarazuka Theater, which led her to further opportunities in both theater and film. She appeared in various films and plays, establishing herself as a notable actress. Atsuko Ichinomiya continued to act in both films and television dramas, becoming a well-respected character actor known for her versatile performances. She appeared in movies such as "春の戯れ" ("Spring Play") and "おかあさん" ("Mother"), and she was a regular in popular TV series like "女と味噌汁" ("Women and Miso Soup"). Her dedication to acting and her memorable roles contributed to her lasting impact on the entertainment industry. Atsuko Ichinomiya passed away on February 16, 1991, at the age of 77, due to liver failure. Her contributions to Japanese cinema and television continue to be remembered and appreciated. Source: "一の宮あつ子" - Wikipedia
Filmography
Movies and shows, newest first
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1990
Tales of a Golden Geisha
Movie Tamonin's Mother Rin
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1985
And Then
Movie
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1979
Nutcracker Fantasy
Movie Queen Morphia (voice)
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1974
The Izu Dancer
Movie Nobu
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1970
Forbidden Affair
Movie Chikako Takeuchi
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1967
Two in the Shadow
Movie
- 1966
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1966
Taming an Unruly Girl
Movie
- 1966
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1965
You Can If You Try
Movie
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1965
Five Gents' Trick Book
Movie
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1963
Apple Blossom Town
Movie
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1963
Aloha 3 Gents
Movie Kimiko Aida (Harue's Mother)
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1963
Women Called 'Wives'
Movie
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1963
3 Gents In Hawaii
Movie Aida Kimiko (Harue’s Mother)
- 1963
More credits
- 1962
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1962
Chûshingura
Movie
- 1962
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1962
The Wiser Age
Movie
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1962
Shimizu Port Salaryman
Movie
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1961
Ganpā kachō
Movie
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1961
Acchan no bebi gyangu
Movie
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1961
Sararīman yajikita dōchū
Movie
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1961
Sazae-san Plays Cupid
Movie Lady Tago
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1961
Hidden Fangs
Movie
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1961
Happiness of Us Alone
Movie
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1960
Sazae And Aunt Apron
Movie Lady Tago
- 1960
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1960
The Bad Sleep Well
Movie Mrs. Ariyama
- 1960
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1960
Biting Young Master
Movie
- 1960
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1960
The Lost Alibi
Movie Grocery store proprietress
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1960
Sazae-san's Baby
Movie Lady Tago
- 1960
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1960
Salaryman Idea Book: Man of Worrisome Episodes
Movie Iemitsu Yasuko
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1960
I'm a Single Salaryman
Movie
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1960
Modern Salaryman: Bushido Romance
Movie Hisada Kikue (Hiroshi's mother)
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1959
Sazae-san, the Wayward Wife
Movie Lady Tago