Isao Yamagata was a Japanese film actor. In 1942, Yamagata and Sō Yamamura formed the Bunkaza Theatre Company. In 1949 he made his film debut with Kirareya Senta. Yamagata became famous for his role in 1953 film Gate of Hell. He became a character actor and often played villainous roles. In 1973, Yamagata landed main role on the TV jidaigeki Kenkaku Shōbai.
- Occupation
- actor
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Born
- July 25, 1915
- Died
- June 28, 1996