Tetsuro Tamba

About

Tetsuro Tamba (July 17, 1922 – September 24, 2006) was a distinguished Japanese actor known for his versatile talent across five decades. Recognized globally for his portrayal of Tiger Tanaka in the iconic 1967 James Bond film "You Only Live Twice," Tamba's cinematic journey was a remarkable blend of cultural bridges. Before embarking on his acting career, Tamba worked as an interpreter for the Allied Powers' Supreme Commander. Graduating from Chuo University in 1948, he later joined Shintoho company, making his debut in the film Satsujin Yougishain in 1951. Tamba's impact on Western audiences extended beyond Bond, with standout performances in films like Bridge to the Sun and The 7th Dawn. He earned acclaim in Japan as well, most notably as the lead in police dramas like Key Hunter and G-Men '75. His talents weren't confined to the screen alone. Tamba lent his voice to characters...

Known for

Yonimo Kimyou na Monogatari TokubetsuhenSeries • 1990You Only Live TwiceMovie • 1967Key HunterSeries • 1968G-Men '75Series • 1975HarakiriMovie • 1962Hashiran ka!Series • 1995YoshitsuneSeries • 2005The Cat ReturnsMovie • 2002Toshiie and MatsuSeries • 2002HOTELSeries • 1990Marco PoloSeries • 1982Masked BladeSeries • 1983The Twilight SamuraiMovie • 2002KwaidanMovie • 1965Riki-Oh: The Story of RickyMovie • 1991The Castle of SandMovie • 1974The 5-Man ArmyMovie • 1969Crayon Shin-chan: Explosion! The Hot Spring's Feel Good Final BattleMovie • 1999Pigs and BattleshipsMovie • 1961GozuMovie • 2003The Bullet TrainMovie • 1975Bohachi Bushido: Code of the Forgotten EightMovie • 1973Battles Without Honor and HumanityMovie • 1973GoyokinMovie • 1969