Echigo Ken


Overview
越後憲
2 Dec 1929
Akita, Japan
Unknown Date
Echigo Kenzô
越後憲三
Terasawa Hiroko
Joined Toho through the second "New Face" program in 1947.
Appeared frequently in bit parts throughout the 50s and 60s, including numerous science fiction films. Retired in 1971.
Enjoyed clay pigeon shooting and coffee dates with fellow supporting actor Iwamoto Hiroshi.
His widow, actress Terasawa Hiroko, confirmed Echigo's death in a 2014 interview, but specific details are not known.

Selected Works
1954
Eiko-maru Sailor
1954
Waiter
1956
Policeman
Echigo Kenzô
1957
Pilot
1959
Nightclub Patron
1959
Yamato Soldier
1960
Scientist
1961
Warrior Priest
1961
TV Singer
1962
Kikui Samurai
1962
Satellite Crew
1963
Train Crew
1964
Reporter
Echigo Kenzô
1964
Soldier
1964
Bystander
Echigo Kenzô
Café Patron
Echigo Kenzô
1965
Man Fleeing Resort
1966
Red Bamboo Soldier
1968
SY-3 Crew
1969
Observer
1969
Policeman
1970
Journalist
1971
Talking Head