Ayako Wakao | |
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In A Geisha (1953)
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Born |
Tokyo, Japan |
November 8, 1933
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1952–present |
Spouse(s) | Kisho Kurokawa (deceased) |
Ayako Wakao (若尾 文子 Wakao Ayako?, November 8, 1933, Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese actress. Contracted to Daiei Studios in 1951 as part of the fifth "New Face" group, she often appeared in the films of director Yasuzo Masumura. She has appeared in nearly 160 films since her debut in 1952.
Wakao appeared in Kenji Mizoguchi's Street of Shame. She also appeared in Yasujirō Ozu's Floating Weeds.