Meikyo Yamada - Japanese Actor Biography and Filmography

Meikyo Yamada (山田明郷, born March 22, 1949) is a veteran Japanese actor originating from Aichi Prefecture, Japan. He has built a prolific career spanning numerous film and television drama productions, frequently appearing in supporting roles across major Japanese networks and cinematic releases.

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Selected Filmography

Meikyo Yamada has contributed to numerous feature films throughout his career, showcasing his versatility in various supporting and character roles. Selected film credits include:

Saraba Seishun, Saredo Seishun (2018)
Last Winter, We Parted (2018)
Kofuku no Alibi: Picture (2016)
The Legacy of the Sun (2011) - Shizuichi Tanaka
Ikigami: The Ultimate Limit (2008)
The Climber's High (2008)
Partners: The Movie (2008)
Hula Girls (2006)
The Samurai I Loved (2005)
Year One in the North (2005)
The Choice of Hercules (2002)

Selected Television Drama Series

Yamada's television career includes extensive credits in Japanese television dramas (dorama), ranging from guest appearances in single episodes to recurring supporting roles in long-running series.

Punch-Drunk Woman (NTV, 2026) - Zaiken Kusaka
Daitsuiseki (TV Asahi, 2025) - Katsuya Moroboshi (ep. 6)
Inheritance Detective (NTV, 2025) - Shigemori Asaba
Mr. Housekeeper, Mitazono Season 7 (TV Asahi, 2025) - Taisuke Uchiyamada (ep. 8)
Great Gift (TV Asahi, 2024) - Katsumi Atago
Hospital Police Force (Fuji TV, 2024) - Muto
Fixer Season 1 (WOWOW, 2023) - Shunsuke Murakawa
Familiar Wife (Fuji TV, 2021) - Hidehiko Egawa
Emergency Room 24 Hours 4 (Fuji TV, 2009) - Masayoshi Uraga