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Born on December 13, 1939 in Ota, Tokyo, Japan, Akiko Wakabayashi is an actor. Akiko Wakabayashi is 86 years old as of 2026. The listed height is 163 cm. Credited works include You Only Live Twice. Recorded activity spans 1958 - 1972.
My Take
Akiko Wakabayashi belongs to a proud lineage of Japanese actresses who carried 1960s cinema onto the world stage. Stepping into You Only Live Twice, she stood her ground in a global spy franchise at a time when that was a genuine breakthrough for a Japanese performer. I find something compelling in stars whose screen presence endures, defined by poise and quiet daring rather than gossip. She retired without clinging to the spotlight, which I respect. Her legacy lives in those luminous frames, a reminder that one indelible role can outlast a thousand headlines.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Akiko Wakabayashi
- Name (Japanese)
- 若林映子
- Reading
- わかばやし あきこ
- Born
- December 13, 1939 (age 86)
- Origin
- Ota, Tokyo, Japan
- Height
- 163 cm
- Occupation
- actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Rabbit
- Active years
- 1958 - 1972
2. Works & records
Works summary
- Appearances
- 54 (1958–2005)
- By year (titles with a known year)
- 1958: 5, 1959: 2, 1960: 3, 1961: 5, 1962: 10, 1963: 8, 1964: 3, 1965: 2, 1966: 5, 1967: 1, 1968: 3, 1969: 1, 1971: 1, 2001: 1, 2005: 1, year unknown: 3
- Debut work
- Song for a Bride
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title |
|---|---|
| Notable work | You Only Live Twice |
3. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akiko%20Wakabayashi
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%8B%A5%E6%9E%97%E6%98%A0%E5%AD%90
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q271861
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. Works and profile fields sourced from Wikipedia reflect content as of 2026-08-26. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Akiko Wakabayashi born?
Akiko Wakabayashi was born on December 13, 1939 and is 86 years old.
Where is Akiko Wakabayashi from?
Akiko Wakabayashi is from Ota, Tokyo, Japan.
What does Akiko Wakabayashi do?
Akiko Wakabayashi works as actor.
How tall is Akiko Wakabayashi?
Akiko Wakabayashi is 163 cm tall.
How long has Akiko Wakabayashi been active?
Akiko Wakabayashi was active from 1958 to 1972.
What is Akiko Wakabayashi known for?
Akiko Wakabayashi's notable works include You Only Live Twice.
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