Ryushi Mizukami
Born: 1964-12-26 in Toyama Prefecture, Japan
Known For: Acting
Biography
Ryushi Mizukami, born December 26, 1964 is a Japanese actor and screenwriter hailing from Toyama Prefecture. He is affiliated with Toei Management and possesses a unique set of skills, including horseback riding and choreography. Mizukami's journey in the entertainment industry began with his involvement in situation theaters before participating in small theater productions and other producer-led performances. Subsequently, he made his mark in the realms of film and television, establishing himself as a versatile actor. Additionally, he pursued a career as a screenwriter, crafting scripts for plays, movies, and V-cinema projects. His talents are diverse, exemplified by his recognition with the Special Jury Prize at the Yokohama Film Festival for the movie "SCORE" in 1995 and the Excellence Award at the 1998 Japan TV Scenario "Toryumon" contest. Beyond his roles on screen, Mizukami is a dedicated educator. He serves as a professor in the Film Department at Kyoto University of Art and Design, contributing to the development of young talents. His wealth of experience and knowledge is being passed on to the next generation of filmmakers, shaping the future of the industry.
Filmography
2019
- Taro the Fool as Sugio's Father
- Tokyo Wine Party People as Yuji Hotei
- Randen: The Comings and Goings on a Kyoto Tram as Meguri Nagamine
2013
2012
- The Millennial Rapture
- Kamihate Store ... (Screenplay)
- Petrel Hotel Blue
2010
- Shinigami no Yaiba ... (Screenplay)
2009
- The Yakuza Encyclopedia
- Girl's Life ... (Writer)
- Golden Flower: What Is Hidden Is the True Flower, What Is Gone Is the Butterfly ... (Co-Writer)
2008
- Cursed Songs: Chi-Manako
- Tokyo Neo Mafia ... (Screenplay)
2007
- Awakening
- Osaka Yakuza War: The Price of a Misfire
- Empire of Dirty Money ... (Screenplay)
2006
2005
- Tetsujin 28: The Movie as Hideyuki Kawai
- New Shadow Warriors V: Hattori Hanzo vs Onmyoji ... (Screenplay)
- Organized Crime Investigative Task Force 3
- Organized Crime Investigative Task Force 4: Indiscriminate Terror
- Organized Crime Investigative Task Force 2
- New Shadow Warriors VI: The Final Chapter ... (Screenplay)
2004
- New Shadow Warriors IV: Jiraika 2 ... (Screenplay)
- Charon as Dai Katsuki
2001
2000
- Ring 0 as Wataru Kuno
- The City of Lost Souls as Ide
- Another Battle
- Off-Balance as Video Store Guy
- Young Madam's Interference in a Homicide as Katsuji Takizawa
1999
- Dead or Alive as Yakuza (uncredited)
- Ley Lines as Fake Passport Shop
- Jubaku: Spellbound as Ikenoue
- Score 2: The Big Fight
1998
1997
- Black Market Emperor: Silver and Gold 6 - Trap of Fear ... (Writer)
- Onibi: The Fire Within as Hanamura
1996
1995
- Getting Any? as Thug
- Ring
- Endless Waltz
- Score as 'Right'