Jun Ōtomo

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Characters played by Jun Ōtomo

Seibei Follower — Yojimbo (1961)

Henchman working for the weaker gang leader Seibei, hired by the protagonist.

Ensai Taniguchi — Jigoku (1960)

A wanted painter residing at the retirement community, famously creating a portrait of Hell. Former lover of Ito, he confronts Gôzô about his infidelity. Revealed to be Shirô's biological father. After completing his painting, he hangs himself and burns it, later dying from the poisoned party fish.

Takuetsu — Ghost Story of Yotsuya (1959)

A masseur hired by Iemon to seduce Iwa to justify a lawful murder. After failing to compromise her, he warns Iwa of the plot. He is subsequently attacked by a poisoned Iwa and later murdered by Iemon.

Agawa — Yellow Line (1960)

Underworld associate involved in the prostitution trafficking network.

Career Overview

Jun Ōtomo has 37 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work spans 5 cinematic universes — most prominently Chitai collection with 3 titles. Signature works include Ghost Story: Cruel Phantom, Female Slave Ship, Jigoku. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
male
Known Credits
37
Birth Date
1899-11-21
Birth Place
Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 5 universes

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