Hidekazu Nagae

Hidekazu Nagae (長江英和) is a veteran Japanese actor known for his extensive work in both film and television dramas. Standing at 190 cm with blood type B, he has built a prolific career playing diverse supporting and character roles across Japanese media.

Hidekazu Nagae

Early Life and Personal Background

Hidekazu Nagae was born on September 9, 1958, in Seto, located in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. With a notable height of 190 centimeters, his physical presence frequently positioned him for distinctive character roles in various productions.

Selected Filmography

Nagae has appeared in numerous cinematic releases spanning several decades, ranging from action features to dramas:

Ninjani Sanjo! Mirai e no Tatakai (2014) – Goki
Tentsuki (2011)
GANTZ (2011)
The Triumphant Return of General Rouge (2009) – Yamamoto
After School (2008)
Tomie vs Tomie (2007)
The Yakiniku Movie: Bulgogi (2007)
Mobile Detective: The Movie 2 (2007) – Kosuke Sasaki
Veronika Decides to Die (2005)
Bom! (2002)
Doing Time (2002)
Closed Ward (2001)
Sleepless Town (1998)

Television Career

In addition to his film credits, Nagae has maintained an active presence in Japanese television dramas, appearing in network series and streaming projects:

Sins of Kujo (Netflix / 2026) – Osamu Kanemoto (ep. 3)
Tagusari Brothers (TBS / 2026) – Sadao Karashima
Aibou: Season 20 (TV Asahi / 2021-2022) – Shichihei Masaki
Japan Sinks: People of Hope (TBS / 2021) – Shiro Koizumi
Tokusou Nine: Season 4 (TV Asahi / 2021) – Kotaro Iwai
Hanako and Anne (NHK / 2014) – Toraji Aida
Trick 2 (TV Asahi / 2002) – Tsuruyama