Tora-san

Tora-san, whose real name is Tora-jiro Kuruma, is a beloved fictional character from Japan, portrayed by actor Atsumi Kiyoshi in the long-running film series Otoko wa tsurai yo ("It's Tough Being a Man"). Tora-san is depicted as a middle-aged peddler, a charmingly irresponsible rogue known for his frumpy beige suit, his attempts to sell trinkets, and his unsuccessful romantic pursuits. The films, which ran from 1968 to 1996, were box-office successes in Japan, with Atsumi Kiyoshi playing the central character in 48 films, making it the longest-running film series with the same lead actor. Atsumi Kiyoshi's portrayal infused the character with wit and sincerity, earning him accolades.12