Jun Tatara (多々良 純, 1917–2006) was a Japanese actor, known for his prolific career as a character actor in post-war cinema. He began his career in the theater, joining the prestigious Bungakuza company, before making his debut on the big screen in the early 1950s. He became a familiar face in the films of Akira Kurosawa, appearing in memorable roles in masterpieces such as "Ikiru" (1952), "Seven Samurai" (1954), where he played a farmer, and "Throne of Blood" (1957). His versatility led him to collaborate with other masters of Japanese cinema, including Masaki Kobayashi and Keisuke Kinoshita. For his performance in Kobayashi's film "The Human Condition" (1959), he received the Mainichi Film Award for Best Supporting Actor, one of the most significant accolades of his career. With over one hundred films to his credit, Tatara is remembered as one of the most reliable and recognizable supporting actors of his generation, capable of bringing depth and humanity to each of his characters.