Born on September 14, 1985, in Tokyo, Japan, this versatile actress and singer gained fame after winning a national beauty contest at age 12. She debuted in the film industry with "Satsujinsha: Killer of Paraiso" (1999) and achieved widespread recognition with the drama series "3-nen B-gumi Kinpachi-sensei." She further solidified her status with roles in "Azumi" and "Attention Please." Beyond acting, she has released several successful music albums and is known for her philanthropic efforts.