Natsuna Watanabe was born in May 1989 in Toda, Saitama, a suburb of Tokyo, to a family with a unique dynamic. She has two younger brothers, and her upbringing was marked by a relaxed attitude towards nudity, as she has mentioned that her parents, brothers, and she often go nude at home, especially after showers.
This unconventional upbringing likely influenced her decision to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. When she was a junior high school student, she was scouted by a modeling agency, but she declined the offer due to her school's strict policy. She later changed schools and joined the ranks of models and actresses.
In November 2009, she simplified her name to Natsuna and dedicated herself to her craft, choosing not to attend university. Her acting career began in 2005 with a role in Nobuta Wo Produce, but it was her appearance in the Gantz fantasy films that brought her widespread recognition. Her nude scenes in the films sparked controversy, but Natsuna has spoken candidly about her experiences, revealing that she has no qualms about nudity.
Despite her newfound fame, Natsuna struggled to find work, and she was forced to take on part-time jobs to make ends meet. During this period, she resisted cutting her hair short, despite her manager's insistence, as she felt it was essential for a specific role she was auditioning for. Her perseverance paid off when she landed the lead role in NHK's Asadora Jun To Ai, a national morning serial, in 2012.
Natsuna has been open about her personal life, revealing that she dated football player Yoshizumi Ogawa in 2012, but the relationship ended after a year. She later entered a relationship with a small business owner in 2014. In her free time, she enjoys hobbies such as ballet, cooking, and shopping. She is also an avid gamer and has expressed her love for the Zelda series.
In a surprising admission, Natsuna revealed that she was once reported missing by her parents after she spent the night at a train station on a bench, drunk. Despite this incident, she remains open and honest about her life, and her unique personality has endeared her to fans and critics alike.
