Chiyoko Mimura
Acting
Biography
Chiyoko Mimura (November 12, 1903 - January 2, 1974) was a Japanese actress. She appeared in stage plays from the age of nine, owing in part to her grandmother's history as a geisha and skilled shamisen player. She joined Shochiku Studios in 1920 and established a reputation as a popular actress. She collaborated with director Kiyohiko Ushihara, who thought highly of her abilities. The two grew closer, marrying in 1922. After their son Yoichi was born in 1924, Mimura gradually reduced her activities as an actress, and she retired by 1927.
Known For
Japanese silent film from 1925.
Nature Is the Judge
The simple and honest elementary school principal Taiga (Iwata) was at a loss after the school's donation money was stolen. At that time, he found a bag containing a large sum of money and hid it at home, intending to use it for the school. His wife, who happened to discover it, took the blame upon herself and committed suicide together with their beloved child. Grief-stricken, Taiga resigned from his position and moved to Oshima, seeking to detach himself from the world. Yet life there became nothing but days drowned in alcohol...