Kaori Momoi

Kaori Momoi

73 · Born: Apr 8, 1952

Personal Details

Official Socials
Height5' 3"
BornApr 8, 1952 Tokyo, Japan

Biography

Born in 1952, this talented actress hails from the vibrant city of Tokyo. Her parents, a professor of international politics and a skilled jewel designer, instilled in her a rich cultural heritage from a young age. As a budding ballerina, she began her dance training at a tender age and went on to attend the prestigious British Royal Academy of Dance for three years, commencing her studies at the age of 12. Since making her movie debut in 1971, she has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying her position as one of Japan's leading actresses.

In addition to her impressive acting career, she is also a gifted singer, having released an impressive 15 albums to date. In the past, she has collaborated with renowned Japanese jazz musicians, including the celebrated Hino Terumasa, to host captivating jazz dinner shows. Her artistic endeavors have not been limited to the screen, as she has remained actively involved in television and stage productions.

At present, she is pursuing her entrepreneurial ventures, serving as the creative force behind the esteemed "Momoi in Maki" jewelry brand. This multifaceted individual continues to captivate audiences with her impressive range of talents, making her a true icon in the Japanese entertainment industry.

Career

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2020
{"id":128036,"title":"Magic Kimono","year":"2017","character":"Keiko","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/magic-kimono","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_128036.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_128036.jpg"},"released":1}
2017
{"id":229900,"title":"Tales of Mexico","year":"2017","character":"Esperanza","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/tales-of-mexico","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_229900.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_229900.jpg"},"released":1}
Tales of Mexico
Tales of Mexico as Esperanza
{"id":104721,"title":"Ghost in the Shell","year":"2017","character":"Hairi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/ghost-in-the-shell","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/77bkivhic4k0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/77bkivhic4k0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":127570,"title":"Hee","year":"2016","character":"Azusa","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hee","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_127570.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_127570.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Hee
Hee as Azusa
{"id":110327,"title":"Greater Things","year":"2015","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/greater-things","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_110327.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_110327.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
{"id":182732,"title":"OKI - In the Middle of the Ocean","year":"2014","character":"Oki","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/oki-in-the-middle-of-the-ocean","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_182732.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_182732.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
{"id":11107,"title":"Emperor","year":"2012","character":"Mitsuko Kajima","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/emperor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7rdvrurt3v30.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7rdvrurt3v30.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Emperor
Emperor as Mitsuko Kajima
{"id":35877,"title":"Helter Skelter","year":"2012","character":"Hiroko Tada","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/helter-skelter-2012","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_35877.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_35877.jpg"},"released":1}
Helter Skelter
Helter Skelter as Hiroko Tada
{"id":15656,"title":"Amaya","year":"2010","character":"Amaya","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/amaya","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_15656.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_15656.jpg"},"released":1}
2010
Amaya
Amaya as Amaya
{"id":3432,"title":"The Yellow Handkerchief","year":"2009","character":"Motel Owner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-yellow-handkerchief","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_3432.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_3432.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
{"id":24774,"title":"Sukiyaki Western Django","year":"2007","character":"Ruriko","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/sukiyaki-western-django","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/47o4job7u3j0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/47o4job7u3j0.jpg"},"released":1}
2007
{"id":2656,"title":"Memoirs of a Geisha","year":"2005","character":"Mother","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/memoirs-of-a-geisha","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3f3l2ag24sd0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3f3l2ag24sd0.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":50636,"title":"The Sun","year":"2005","character":"Empress Kojun","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-sun-","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_50636.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_50636.jpg"},"released":1}
The Sun
The Sun as Empress Kojun
{"id":29203,"title":"Izo","year":"2004","character":"Saya","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/izo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_29203.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_29203.jpg"},"released":1}
2004
Izo
Izo as Saya
{"id":35194,"title":"Swallowtail Butterfly","year":"1996","character":"Suzukino","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/swallowtail-butterfly","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_35194.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_35194.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
{"id":63597,"title":"Why Not?","year":"1981","character":"Ine","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/why-not","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63597.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63597.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
{"id":7816,"title":"Kagemusha","year":"1980","character":"Otsuyanokata","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/kagemusha","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4v5vu89la7e0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4v5vu89la7e0.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
Kagemusha
Kagemusha as Otsuyanokata
{"id":127570,"title":"Hee","year":"2016","job":"Director, Screenplay","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hee","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_127570.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_127570.jpg"},"released":1}
2016
Hee
Hee as Director, Screenplay