Masayasu Kitayama (北山雅康) is a Japanese actor, He was born on 15th April 1967 in Kyoto, Japan. Masayasu Kitayama is known for his movies Siblings of the Cape (2018), Boku wa Iesusama ga Kirai (2019), Tora-san 50: Welcome Back (2019), Love, Life and Goldfish (2021), It’s A Flickering Life (2021), Wandering (2022), Hoarder on the Border (2022), Mom, Is That You?! (2023) and Tokyo Taxi (2025).
Masayasu Kitayama began his acting career on stage before transitioning to film and television, where his performances quickly drew attention for their authenticity and quiet intensity. His ability to portray complex, often conflicted characters has made him a favorite among directors and audiences alike.
In 2018, Kitayama appeared in Siblings of the Cape, a powerful human drama that highlighted his naturalistic acting style. The following year, he starred in Boku wa Iesusama ga Kirai (2019) and Tora-san 50: Welcome Back (2019), the latter reconnecting him with Japan’s beloved “Otoko wa Tsurai yo” film legacy. His nuanced performances in these films earned him further critical acclaim.
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Kitayama continued to impress with diverse roles in Love, Life and Goldfish (2021) and It’s A Flickering Life (2021), both of which showcased his emotional depth and adaptability. In 2022, he appeared in Wandering and Hoarder on the Border, further establishing his presence in contemporary Japanese cinema.
His recent performance in Mom, Is That You?! (2023) and his upcoming appearance in Tokyo Taxi (2025) continue to demonstrate his steady evolution as an actor. With a career marked by sincerity and dedication, Masayasu Kitayama remains a significant figure in Japan’s film industry, known for bringing humanity and truth to every role he plays.

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