Happy birthday! Hidetoshi Nishijima turns 54 today

Hidetoshi Nishijima is celebrating his 54th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Hidetoshi Nishijima (Drive My Car, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 54th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Nishijima, a cultural icon

Born in Tokyo on March 29, 1971, Hidetoshi Nishijima's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Japanese history. Nishijima's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Hidetoshi hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Hidetoshi Nishijima as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 54.

Happy Birthday, Hidetoshi, you're the best!

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