Mariko Kaga

Mariko Kaga

Born 1943-12-11 (age 82) Tokyo, Japan
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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.

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Known For

Love Letter
Love Letter

1995

as Male Itsuki's Mother

The Unspoiled Diamond
The Unspoiled Diamond

1982

as Kazuko Makimura

BOYS OVER FLOWERS the movie
BOYS OVER FLOWERS the movie

2008

as Kaede Dōmyōji

Pleasures of the Flesh
Lovers Lost
Lovers Lost

1982

as Yuki

Mount Hakkoda
Mount Hakkoda

1977

as Taeko Tokushima (Captain Tokushima's wife)

Kagero-za
Kagero-za

1981

as Mio

Pale Flower
Pale Flower

1964

as Saeko

Twinkle
Twinkle

1992

as Chiaki Koyama

Modori River
Modori River

1983

as Ayano

Spring Bell
Spring Bell

1985

as Sanae Ishiwata

Mahjong Horoki
Mahjong Horoki

1984

as Mama

Muddy River
Muddy River

1981

as Shoko Matsumoto

Patisserie Coin De Rue
Patisserie Coin De Rue

2011

as Yoshikawa

Only on Mondays
Only on Mondays

1964

as Yuka

Love Letter
Love Letter

1981

as Tayo

Snow Country
Snow Country

1965

as Yoko

Sagrada Reset Part 1
The Rape
The Rape

1982

as Owner of Patel