He was most famous for playing villains,[1] and often worked with Kinji Fukasaku.

Narita graduated from Haiyuza Theatre Company acting school and joined Daiei Film.

[3] In Japan he is best known for his role in Tantei Monogatari (TV series).

He is also well known for his part in Fukasaku's Battles Without Honor and Humanity series.

[4] He also portrayed the evil character in Mito Kōmon (3rd season).