Quick Facts
Born:
1943-12-11
Birthplace:
Tokyo, Japan
Credits:
97 Total Roles
Mariko Kaga
Acting
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Biography
Mariko Kaga (born December 11 , 1943) is a Japanese actress and TV presenter. Her real name is Masako Kaga.
She made her film debut in 1962 with Tears in the Lion's Mane. Her leading role in the film Monday Yuka, in which she co-starred with Akira Nakao and Yoko Yamamoto , is one of her most well-known works. She went on to appear in numerous films and dramas, and became a popular actress thanks to her devilish looks and excellent acting skills. On the other hand, she was labeled as "sassy" because she was always outspoken and assertive, and became known for her sharp character image, which caused a stir with her words and actions.
After returning to Japan in June 1965, she appeared in the Shiki Theatre Company 's play Ondine , which was a huge success with full houses every day. It was on this stage that she first discovered the joy of being an actress, and from then on she decided to pursue acting in earnest.
She made her film debut in 1962 with Tears in the Lion's Mane. Her leading role in the film Monday Yuka, in which she co-starred with Akira Nakao and Yoko Yamamoto , is one of her most well-known works. She went on to appear in numerous films and dramas, and became a popular actress thanks to her devilish looks and excellent acting skills. On the other hand, she was labeled as "sassy" because she was always outspoken and assertive, and became known for her sharp character image, which caused a stir with her words and actions.
After returning to Japan in June 1965, she appeared in the Shiki Theatre Company 's play Ondine , which was a huge success with full houses every day. It was on this stage that she first discovered the joy of being an actress, and from then on she decided to pursue acting in earnest.
Known For
Love Letter
Male Itsuki's Mother
Pale Flower
Saeko
Hana Yori Dango: Final
Kaede Dōmyōji
Muddy River
Shoko Matsumoto
Pleasures of the Flesh
Shoko
Kagero-za
Mio
Silence Has No Wings
Self
With Beauty and Sorrow
Keiko Sakami
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Happiness Comes from Eating, Sleeping and Waiting TV | Miyama Suzu |
| 2024 | Minami-kun is my lover!? TV | Horikiri Yuriko |
| 2021 | The Lone Ume Tree MOVIE | Self |
| 2021 | 世界サブカルチャー史 欲望の系譜 TV | Self |
| 2019 | Yasuragi no Toki: Michi TV | Self |
| 2017 | Sagrada Reset Part 2 MOVIE | Witch |
| 2017 | Yasuragi no Sato TV | Self |
| 2017 | Sagrada Reset Part 1 MOVIE | Witch |
| 2014 | Platonic TV | Masako Yui |
| 2013 | Tokyo Bandwagon TV | Sachi Hotta |