About Bokuzen Hidari
Lived 1894 – 1971 (aged 77). Bokuzen Hidari was a Japanese actor and singer.
was a Japanese actor and comedian born in Kotesashi Village (now part of Tokorozawa), Iruma District, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. He appeared in such films as Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai, The Lower Depths and Ikiru. Hidari was famous among Japanese audiences for his portrayals of meek, downtrodden men, and although a teetotaller, was renowned for his convincing drunk scenes (see esp. "Ikiru").
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Who was Bokuzen Hidari?
actor (1894-1971)
When was Bokuzen Hidari born?
Bokuzen Hidari was born on 20 February 1894 in Saitama Prefecture.
When did Bokuzen Hidari die?
Bokuzen Hidari died on 26 May 1971 in Tokyo.
What was Bokuzen Hidari's occupation?
Bokuzen Hidari was an actor and singer.
What nationality was Bokuzen Hidari?
Bokuzen Hidari was Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Bokuzen Hidari. https://biography.guide/bokuzen-hidari/
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