Yoji Tanaka

Yoji Tanaka

Born:August 8, 1963

Place of Birth:Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Known For:Acting

Biography

Yoji Tanaka, born on August 8, 1963, in Japan, is a versatile actor and multi-talented individual known for his captivating performances on screen. With a career spanning several decades, Tanaka has established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, earning the nickname "BoBA" among his fans and peers.

Throughout his illustrious career, Tanaka has showcased his remarkable acting abilities in a diverse range of roles, demonstrating his versatility and skill as a performer. His dedication to his craft and his ability to immerse himself fully in each character he portrays have earned him widespread acclaim and admiration from audiences worldwide.

Tanaka's passion for acting is evident in his nuanced performances, where he brings depth and authenticity to every role he takes on. Whether he is portraying a complex antagonist or a lovable protagonist, Tanaka's commitment to his characters shines through, captivating viewers and leaving a lasting impression.

Beyond his work in film and television, Tanaka has also made a name for himself as a talented and charismatic entertainer, known for his engaging personality and quick wit. His presence both on and off the screen has endeared him to fans of all ages, solidifying his status as a beloved figure in the entertainment world.

In addition to his acting prowess, Tanaka is also recognized for his contributions to various charitable causes and his efforts to give back to the community. His philanthropic work and commitment to making a positive impact on society reflect his generous spirit and compassionate nature.

As an actor, Tanaka continues to push boundaries and challenge himself with each new project, constantly seeking out roles that allow him to grow and evolve as a performer. His dedication to his craft and his unwavering passion for storytelling have cemented his reputation as a true artist in the world of entertainment.

With a career marked by success and acclaim, Tanaka remains a beloved and respected figure in the industry, admired for his talent, professionalism, and genuine love for his craft. Whether he is captivating audiences with his on-screen performances or using his platform to advocate for important causes, Tanaka's influence extends far beyond the realm of entertainment.

As he continues to take on new and exciting projects, fans eagerly anticipate the next chapter in Tanaka's career, confident that he will continue to dazzle and inspire with his exceptional talent and unwavering dedication to his art. Yoji Tanaka, known affectionately as "BoBA," stands as a shining example of the power of storytelling and the impact that one individual can have on the world through their work in the arts.

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Filmography

Acting

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

Kill Bill: Vol. 1

Crazy 88 #3

2003

An assassin is shot by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.
Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Kill Bill: Vol. 2

Crazy 88

2004

The Bride unwaveringly continues on her roaring rampage of revenge against the band of assassins who had tried to kill her and her unborn child. She visits each of her former associates one-by-one, checking off the victims on her Death List Five until there's nothing left to do … but kill Bill.
All About Lily Chou-Chou

All About Lily Chou-Chou

Teru Onda

2001

Charts the troubled teenage years of students Yūichi Hasumi and Shūsuke Hoshino, exploring the shifting and complex power dynamics of their relationship against the backdrop of Yūichi's love for the dreamy and abstract music of pop star Lily Chou-Chou.
Death Note

Death Note

Sasaki

2006

Light Yagami finds the "Death Note," a notebook with the power to kill, and decides to create a Utopia by killing the world's criminals, and soon the world's greatest detective, "L," is hired to find the mysterious murderer. An all out battle between the two greatest minds on earth begins and the winner will control the world.
Ju-on: The Grudge

Ju-on: The Grudge

Yuji Toyama (uncredited)

2002

When social worker Rika is sent to check on a traumatized old lady whose family have moved in at the site of the notorious Saeki family murder case, she unwittingly unleashes a cycle of terror that is transmitted via its victims further and further from its original source.
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair

Crazy 88 #3

2011

An assassin is shot and almost killed by her ruthless employer, Bill, and other members of their assassination circle – but she lives to plot her vengeance.
Godzilla: Final Wars

Godzilla: Final Wars

(uncredited)

2004

Humanity finally rids themselves of Godzilla, imprisoning him in an icy tomb in the South Pole. All is peaceful until various monsters emerge to lay waste to Earth's cities. Overwhelmed, humanity is seemingly saved by a race of benevolent aliens known as Xiliens. But not all is what it seems with these bizarre visitors. If humanity wishes to survive, they must reluctantly resurrect their most hated enemy, Godzilla.
Summer Wars

Summer Wars

Yorihiko Jinnouchi (voice)

2009

A student tries to fix a problem he accidentally caused in OZ, a digital world, while pretending to be the fiancé of his friend at her grandmother's 90th birthday.
Kikujiro

Kikujiro

Yakuza Henchman #3

1999

Brash, loudmouthed and opportunistic, Kikujiro is the unlikely companion for Masao who is determined to see the mother he has never met. The two begin a series of adventures which soon turns out to be a whimsical journey of laughter and tears with a wide array of surprises and unique characters along the way.
Swing Girls

Swing Girls

Pinball Parlour Manager

2004

A tale of delinquent and lazy school girls. In their efforts to cut remedial summer math class, they end up poisoning and replacing the school's brass band.
Zatoichi

Zatoichi

Funahachi Family Henchmen

2003

Blind traveler Zatoichi is a master swordsman and a masseur with a fondness for gambling on dice games. When he arrives in a village torn apart by warring gangs, he sets out to protect the townspeople.
Death Note: L Change the WorLd

Death Note: L Change the WorLd

Sasaki

2008

"The human whose name is written in the Death Note shall die." After making the hardest decision ever, another serious case confronts L. There are only 23 days left and without his best partner Watari, L has to solve the case all by himself for the very first time.
The Great Yokai War

The Great Yokai War

Yoichi's father

2005

A young boy with a troubled home life becomes "chosen," and he stumbles into the middle of a great war of yōkai (a class of mythological creatures), where he meets a group of friendly yōkai who become his companions through his journey. Now he must fight to protect his friends and free the world of the yōkai from oppression. The yōkai originate in Japanese folklore and range from the cute and silly to the disturbing.
The Taste of Tea

The Taste of Tea

Man of Prosecution Section

2004

A spell of time in the life of a family in rural Tochigi prefecture. Yoshiko is not an ordinary housewife, instead working on an animated film project. Uncle Ayano, a successful music producer, is looking to get his head together after living in Tokyo. Meanwhile, Sachiko is concerned with why she seems to be followed by a giant version of herself. As the lazy days pass by, each member of the family is followed in a series of episodic vignettes.
Space Battleship Yamato

Space Battleship Yamato

2010

In 2199, five years after the Gamilons began an invasion of Earth, the planet has been ravaged by the aliens' bombs. The remnants of humanity have fled underground to escape the irradiated surface. One day, former pilot Susumu Kodai discovers a capsule sent from the planet Iscandar that tells of a device that can remove the radiation from the Earth's surface. The Earth Defense Force rebuilds the battleship Yamato with a new type of propulsion system to make the 148,000 light year trip to Iscandar in hopes of saving the Earth. Within one year, the radiation will drive the rest of humanity to extinction.
Cutie Honey

Cutie Honey

2004

When Honey's uncle gets kidnapped by the evil criminal gang known as "Panther Claw," she must use her magical powers of transformation to save him. Meanwhile the same crime group has been responsible for a number of other crime sprees across Tokyo. In the process, Honey teams up with the seemingly cold police woman Natsuko Aki and hot shot journalist Seiji Hayami as well as battle the four "claws" of the Panther Claw gang to save her uncle and the rest of the city.
Sukiyaki Western Django

Sukiyaki Western Django

2007

A nameless gunfighter arrives in a town ripped apart by rival gangs and, though courted by both to join, chooses his own path.

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