Masahiko Nishimura
Known for
A Japanese actor known for his versatility, Masahiko Nishimura moved comfortably between comedy and drama on stage, screen and television. Born in Toyama, he lent his voice to Hayao Miyazaki's animated epic 'Princess Mononoke' (1997) and became a familiar face in Japanese TV dramas and films. A dependable, wide-ranging character player, he built a steady career grounded in precise, adaptable supporting work across Japan's entertainment industry.
Masahiko Nishimura
42 Movies
21 Series
A Japanese actor known for his versatility, Masahiko Nishimura moved comfortably between comedy and drama on stage, screen and television. Born in Toyama, he lent his voice to Hayao Miyazaki's animated epic 'Princess Mononoke' (1997) and became a familiar face in Japanese TV dramas and films. A dependable, wide-ranging character player, he built a steady career grounded in precise, adaptable supporting work across Japan's entertainment industry.
Movies
Plays Kouroku (voice)
Princess Mononoke
1997
Plays Kurokawa (voice)
The Wind Rises
2013
Plays Miyashita Kouhei
Circumstances
2011
Plays Kanai
Saru Lock: The Movie
2010
Plays Koichi Hirayama
Tokyo Family
2013
Plays Tatsuhiko Ushijima
Welcome Back, Mr. McDonald
1997
Plays Konosuke Hirata
What a Wonderful Family!
2016
Plays Nonaka-kun (Voice)
Ghiblies: Episode 2
2002
Plays Detective Tachibana
Woman in Witness Protection
1997
Plays Konosuke Hirata
What a Wonderful Family! 2
2017
Plays Ujinaga Narita
The Floating Castle
2012
Plays Shigenori Komoda
The Black House
1999
Plays Shuzo Fujiwara
Samurai Shifters
2019
Plays Konosuke Hirata
What a Wonderful Family! 3
2018
Plays Section Chief Matsushita
Clover
2014
Plays Chuji Yaba
The Unbroken
2009
Plays Advisor Kenji
Samurai Hustle Returns
2016
Plays Chizuo Hasukabe
The Hound of the Baskervilles: Sherlock the Movie
2022
Plays Tanioka Hajime
Nodame Cantabile in Europe
2008
Plays Yosohachi Nishihisashi
Abacus and Sword
2010
Plays Advisor Kenji
Samurai Hustle
2014
Plays Akira
Off Highway 20
2007
Plays Chuzaemon Yoshida
The 47 Rōnin in Debt
2019
Plays Michihiro Tamura
In Tomoko's Case
1996
Plays Assistant photographer
Moonlight Serenade
1997
Plays Keisuke Shikatebukuro
AIBOU: The Movie
2008
Plays Shintaro Imaizumi
Furuhata Ninzaburo vs SMAP
1999
TV Shows
Plays Akechi Mitsuyasu [Mitsuhide's uncle]
Awaiting Kirin
2020
Plays 今泉慎太郎
Furuhata Ninzaburo
1994
Plays Business Advisor
Jaja uma narashi
1993
Plays Higashiyama Kazuki
I Mean, I Want to Say I Like It
2021
Plays Imaizumi Shintaro
今泉慎太郎
1996
Plays 平賀友一
He Is Always There
1993
Plays Kenichi Minami
Minami's Girlfriend
2004
Plays Yoshitake Nobuo
Power of Love
2002
Plays Shinsuke
The Wife is 3 Stars
2001
Plays Tamehisa Sakuma
Perfect Woman
2000
Plays Tanioka Hajime
Nodame Cantabile
2006
Plays Fuwa Keijiro
Always the two of us
2003
Plays Mizuhara Noritomo
王様のレストラン
1995
Plays Yao
Psycho Doctor
2002
Plays Aihara Kenichi
IS: Not a Boy and Not a Girl
2011
Plays Motomu Makimoto
My Story Is Long
2019
Plays Kiyoshi Chouno
The Battle of Mr. and Mrs. Sasaki
2008
Plays Sosuke Morita
CSI: Crime Scene Talks
2011
Plays Nishimura Masao
Investigation Division 1
2022
Plays Keisuke Shikatebukuro
AIBOU: Tokyo Detective Duo
2002
Plays Tadashi Okawara
Suits
2018
Latest Trailers
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My Father's Tracks
Full Filmography
[MADO]
Mr.A
2023
Film
Investigation Division 1
Nishimura Masao · 6 episodes
2022
TV
The Hound of the Baskervilles: Sherlock the Movie
Chizuo Hasukabe
2022
Film
I Mean, I Want to Say I Like It
Higashiyama Kazuki · 12 episodes
2021–
TV
Awaiting Kirin
Akechi Mitsuyasu [Mitsuhide's uncle] · 44 episodes
2020–
TV
My Story Is Long
Motomu Makimoto · 10 episodes
2019
TV
The 47 Rōnin in Debt
Chuzaemon Yoshida
2019
Film
Samurai Shifters
Shuzo Fujiwara
2019
Film
Momikeshite Fuyu 2019 Natsu: Natsu demo Samukute Shini Soudesu
Ikee Hidenori
2019
Film
Photos
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Masahiko Nishimura and where are they from?
Masahiko Nishimura is 65 years old, born on December 12, 1960 in Toyama, Japan.
What are the most famous roles of Masahiko Nishimura?
Masahiko Nishimura is best known for roles in Princess Mononoke, The Wind Rises, Godzilla 2000: Millennium.
How many movies has Masahiko Nishimura been in?
Over a 32-year career (since 1994), Masahiko Nishimura has appeared in 42 movies and 21 TV shows.
What was Masahiko Nishimura's first movie?
The career of Masahiko Nishimura began with The Show Must Go On (1994).
What is Masahiko Nishimura's most recent movie or series?
Masahiko Nishimura's most recent release is AnyMart, which premiered on July 17, 2026.
What TV shows has Masahiko Nishimura appeared in?
On television, Masahiko Nishimura has appeared in Nodame Cantabile, Furuhata Ninzaburo, AIBOU: Tokyo Detective Duo, My Story Is Long.
Masahiko Nishimura
1960-12-12 · Toyama, Japan
A Japanese actor known for his versatility, Masahiko Nishimura moved comfortably between comedy and drama on stage, screen and television. Born in Toyama, he lent his voice to Hayao Miyazaki's animated epic 'Princess Mononoke' (1997) and became a familiar face in Japanese TV dramas and films. A dependable, wide-ranging character player, he built a steady career grounded in precise, adaptable supporting work across Japan's entertainment industry.