Ken Shimura Japanese Comedian (1950–2020)

Biography

Born on 20 February 1950 in Higashimurayama, Ken Shimura was a Japanese comedian. Ken Shimura died on 29 March 2020 at the age of 70. The recorded cause of death is COVID-19. He performed as part of The Drifters.

Early life

Schooling on record includes Tokyo Metropolitan Kurume High School.

Career

The list holds one release, Aīn Taisō/Aīn! Dance no Uta (2002). He is listed as playing shamisen.

There are 2 screen credits listed as well, such as Poppoya (1999) and Kato-chan Ken-chan Gokigen TV (1986). His other notable work includes Tensai! Shimura dōbutsuen.

Groups and bands

• The Drifters

Discography

1 release

Year	Title	Type
2002	Aīn Taisō/Aīn! Dance no Uta	Single

Filmography

2 credits

Year	Title	Role	Type
1999	Poppoya		Film
1986–	Kato-chan Ken-chan Gokigen TV		TV series

Personal life

He studied at Tokyo Metropolitan Kurume High School.

Ken Shimura on Social Media

IG Instagram @ken_shimura_bakatono67

X X (Twitter) @BakaTonoShimura

Frequently asked questions

How old was Ken Shimura at the time of death?

Ken Shimura died on 29 March 2020 at the age of 70. He was born on 20 February 1950.

What was Ken Shimura’s cause of death?

According to Wikidata, Ken Shimura died on 29 March 2020; the recorded cause of death is COVID-19.

What is Ken Shimura known for?

Ken Shimura was known as a former member of The Drifters.

What is Ken Shimura’s nationality?

Ken Shimura was Japanese, born in Higashimurayama.

Sources

• Wikidata (Q1320080), accessed October 2026
• Photo: User:兵庫胡志明倶楽部 · CC BY-SA 3.0

Last checked 10 October 2026 by the Wiki of Celebs editorial team

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