Watanabe Kacho — The Yellow Handkerchief Character Profile

About Watanabe Kacho

Police chief at Shintoku station who originally handled Yusaku's case. When Yusaku is detained at a checkpoint, Watanabe happens to be on duty and treats him with unexpected warmth and familiarity.

Character Facts

Played by

Kiyoshi Atsumi

Appears in

The Yellow Handkerchief (1977)

Role

Supporting

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