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Shunichi Okita (沖田 駿一, Okita Shun'ichi) is a former Japanese actor who portrayed Ichiro Yamanaka in Ultraman Ace. His real name is Tsuyoshi Yoshida (吉田 毅, Yoshida Tsuyoshi) and he also went by Shunichiro Okita (沖田 駿一郎, Okita Shun'ichirō).

Career[]

Okita made his debut in 1964 by starring in the film Homecoming and appeared in numerous Nikkatsu films during that time. In the 1970s, he transitioned into television, often portraying delinquents and thugs. In 1972, he became widely known for his role as Ichiro Yamanaka in Ultraman Ace.

After playing many villainous roles in period dramas and detective shows, Okita retired from the entertainment industry in the late 1980s. He and his wife operated a restaurant and bar called "La Shion" in Futako-Tamagawa, Tokyo. In the 21st century, he returned to the public eye and reunited with his former Ultraman Ace co-stars.[1]

Since April 2021, he has been part of the group Ace Channel alongside his Ultraman Ace co-stars Keiji Takamine, Mitsuhiro Sano, Keiko Nishi, and Akinori Umezu. The group conducts lectures, interactive sessions, and meet-and-greet events in various cities across Japan.[2][3][4]

Roles[]

Year Title Role Notes
1972 Ultraman Ace Ichiro Yamanaka

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