Mariko Kaga
Actor
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.
Filmography
Pale Flower
as Saeko 1964
Hana Yori Dango: Final
as Kaede Dōmyōji 2008
Muddy River
as Shoko Matsumoto 1981
Pleasures of the Flesh
as Shoko 1965
Kagero-za
as Mio 1981
Silence Has No Wings
1966
With Beauty and Sorrow
as Keiko Sakami 1965
Mount Hakkoda
as Taeko Tokushima (Captain Tokushima's wife) 1977
A Legend or Was It?
as Yuri Shimizu 1963
Lovers Lost
as Yuki 1982
Patisserie Coin De Rue
as Yoshikawa 2011
In His Chart
as Kyoko Azumi 2011
A Flame at the Pier
as Yuki 1962
Love Letter
as Tayo 1981
The Rape
as Owner of Patel 1982
Twinkle
as Chiaki Koyama 1992