Chiyoko Mimura

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 cl...