Ken Shimura Japanese Comedian (1950–2020)
Ken Shimura · actor and seiyū · Japanese
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.
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Counts with the date they were readFrequently 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
- Follower counts: dated individually above
- Photo: User:兵庫胡志明倶楽部 · CC BY-SA 3.0
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