**Akira Kubo** (born in 1936) is a Japanese actor, famous for his prolific career in cinema, particularly in Toho's *kaiju* films. He often played the roles of young scientists, military officers, or intrepid heroes. His presence is inextricably linked to the golden age of Japanese monster movies.

His most memorable appearances include *Mothra vs. Godzilla* (1964), *Ghidorah, the Three-Headed Monster* (1964), *Invasion of the Astro-Monsters* (1965), *Son of Godzilla* (1967), and *The Horrors from the Deep* (1968). Kubo was distinguished by his ability to infuse his characters with a combination of intelligence, courage, and a touch of idealism, making him an iconic and beloved face of the genre.