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Born with a talent for acting, she started her career playing innocent and charming characters in movies and TV dramas. However, she shocked the Japanese public in the early 1990s by starring in the movie "Erotic Liaisons" and subsequently appearing nude in a photo book titled "Santa Fe". This bold move sparked controversy, with the conservative NHK network dropping her from one of its programs. Despite the backlash, nearly two million copies of the book were sold, catapulting her to new heights of fame.
This newfound fame led to a high-profile relationship with a sumo star, but ultimately resulted in their breakup. Being a "sumo wife" would have likely relegated her to a life of domesticity, stifling her individuality. The heartbreak and pressure took a toll on her mental health, with allegations of a suicide attempt by wrist cutting.
In the years that followed, she struggled with addiction and eating disorders, checking into a clinic in Los Angeles in 1996 to combat her anorexia. However, she has since made a remarkable recovery and is now celebrated for her resilience and determination.
Today, she is looked up to by many young Japanese women for her courage in overcoming her struggles and her unwavering commitment to her craft. With a career spanning decades, she has continued to act in dramas and motion pictures, inspiring a new generation of artists and fans alike.
