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Noriko Honma was a Japanese actor active primarily during the 1950s. Born on November 29, 1911, in Yubari, Hokkaido, Japan, Honma appeared in several notable films of the era. Her work spanned supporting roles that contributed to the texture of period dramas and contemporary stories alike.
Honma is credited with appearances in four films from the verified records. In 1949, she appeared in Stray Dog as the Wooden Tub Shop woman. In 1952, she played a Housewife in Ikiru. In 1954, Honma took the role of Woman Farmer in Seven Samurai. In 1958, she portrayed Ken's Mom in Varan. These roles, though minor, positioned her within a vibrant era of Japanese cinema.
Honma died on April 12, 2009, concluding a life that intersected with some of the most enduring works of mid-century Japanese filmmakin…
