Netflix Movies Starring Dekao Yokoo

Born in Saga Prefecture in 1899. His real name was Yokoo Isamu. After studying at the Tokyo School of Fine Arts (now the Tokyo University of Fine Arts and Music), he spent two years as an instructor at the Utsunomiya High School for Girls in Tochigi Prefecture, and then one year of military service. In 1923, he joined the art department of Shochiku Kamata studio. However, due to his unusually large size (a height of 185 centimeters and a weight of 98 kilograms), he was tapped as an actor. The following year he appeared in Haru wa Koreri (Spring Has Come), starring Suzuki Denmei, and began his screen career under the name Yokoo Dekao. At Shochiku, Yokoo mainly appeared in films starring Suzuki Denmei. These included Koi no Senshu (The Loving Motorcycle Man), Zoge no To and Fuyuyasumi. In 1927, he was also given a minor administrative position. Read more on iMDB