Ken Shimura (志村 けん, Shimura Ken) born 20 February 1950 – 29 March 2020) was a Japanese comedian. Throughout his comedy career, Shimura was known for his "Bakatono-sama" character, which was unusual among Japanese comedians, in that he could satirize the deeds of powerful figures. Another popular shtick of Shimura in the same show was "Henna Oji-san" [weirdo uncle] who entertained himself in the company of nubile girls. Shimura was most famous for starring in Hachiji Da Yo! Zen'in Shugo! wit
