About
Japanese actor who is best known for his role as the title character in the television series Furuhata Ninzaburō.
Before Fame
He grew up being trained in sword fighting and Japanese Kabuki theatre before making his debut in the 1961 film, Eternal Woman.
Trivia
He has played the role of Nemuri Kyoshirō up to four times in television specials.
Family Life
He was born to actor, Tsumasaburō Bandō and had two brothers, Takahiro and Ryō who also became actors.
Associated With
Another Japanese actor like him is Matsudaira Ken.