Nana Katase
Acting
Biography
Nana Katase is a Japanese actress, singer, and fashion model.
Born: November 7, 1981
Place of Birth: Tokyo, Japan
Known For
Nezumi-Kozo, Running Around Edo
Jirokichi plays around during the day, but at night becomes a completely different person. His nickname is Nezumi-Kozo (“Rat Boy"). Jirokichi steals gold coins from corrupt samurai families and hands it over to the poor. He works with his younger sister Kosode.
Ice World
Investigations on a mysterious woman Toko started when Sonoe, a teacher and Toko's fellow faculty member, was found dead as a result of what seemed to be an unfortunate accident. Eiki, an insurance investigator, and Takeshi, an ambitious police detective, find links between this case and the deaths of Toko's 3 fiances, and are determined to uncover the truth.
Teppan Girl
Kagura Akane is the only daughter of a family who runs a teppanyaki place in downtown Tokyo. Akane had always been proud of her father Tetsuma, who was called the "No.1 teppanyaki chef in Japan." Growing up in such an environment, she naturally acquired "teppanyaki skills." However, when her mother died of illness, her father lost his energy to work and disappeared. Since then, Akane has managed and protected the restaurant all by herself. One day, out of the blue, she is visited by Erena, the rich daughter of a major food company, who orders Akane to move out at once because her father had borrowed money against his restaurant. Though feeling disappointed, Akane makes up her mind to close the store. But when her father's friend, Kurogane, shows her "Ittetsu," a grilling plate that Akane's father cherished, it reignites her passion towards teppanyaki.
Ushijima the Loan Shark
Kaoru Ushijima's Kaukau Finance is the lender of last resort for many of the poorest people in the area: He collects without mercy and without fail.
Pro Golfer Hana
Part-time employee Nomiya Hana is ordered by her boss to play golf with some clients. While playing, she is spotted by legendary coach Daigo Kazuma and with his encouragement, she attempts a career in professional golf. Also motivating Hana is her family's large debt due to her father and she hopes that her new found carrer is the avenue to get her family back on their feet. However, she will have to go up against wealthy and talented golfer Takase Ryoko to achieve her goals ...
Shotgun Marriage
Ryunosuke, who directs commercials, receives a phone call. On the other end of the phone is a friend from his college days inviting Ryunosuke to come out to the beach. Ryunosuke first turns down the offer because of his workload, but when he learns that some girls are coming, he says yes. Several months later, he hears from Chiyo – a girl he had met at the beach that day – that she is pregnant with his child. Although the news bewilders Ryunosuke at first, he ultimately decides to raise the baby. However, he will later have to face the strong objections from Chiyo’s father, the ever-changing situation at work, and many other obstacles. With help from friends and family, Ryunosuke and Chiyo take a step forward on their way to marriage and the birth of their baby.
This is Not a Business Expense!
Sanako Moriwaka (Mikako Tabe) is single and works in the accounting department of a soap company. For her job, she checks receipts and bills. Each slip that she reviews, mentions only the dollar amount and a brief reason for the expense. When Sanako Moriwaka reviews the slips, she can often discern suspicious facts surrounding the expense or even troubles in the lives of the employee.
An Incurable Case of Love
Nanase fell in love with Dr. Tendo five years ago. Now she's a nurse and ready to meet him again. But he's nothing like the nice guy she thought he was!
Bloody Monday
A genius high school student and also a hacker uses his sophisticated hacking techniques to fights against "Bloody Monday", the worst and most evil form of viral terrorism, in order to save his family, friends, and the entire world.
She Was Pretty
Hasebe Sosuke is the deputy editor-in-chief for the Japanese version of the fashion magazine "The Most" which is released in 30 countries worldwide. He is an unfriendly and cool rationalist. He's been transferred from the New York branch to complete a particular mission. When he was young, he was fat and often bullied. Now a handsome elite, he strives to meet his first love again. On the other hand, Sato Ai is unemployed and living with her best friend. After her company went bankrupt, she's eventually hired as a helper. She's a cheerful, energetic, and honest person. In her youth, she was a beautiful honor student who has now grown into a self-conscious person. Although she meets Sosuke again, she doesn't want to reveal her identity.
Filmography
as Yuiko Okajima
as Sawako Kobayakawa
as Nanami Hikawa
as Reiko Minamoto（皆本 麗子）
as Sayoko Yuki
as Oriko Minase
as Mayu Murakami
as Riho Williams
as Maki Shikijo
as Tekko
as Hirota
as Shoko Inari
as Kanako Minamoto
as Yuri Kitahara
as Chigusa
as Chinatsu Hasegawa
as Akari Nagamine
as Maki Shikijo
as Kyoko Saejima
as Chiaki Okubo
as Reina Sakurai
as Maria
as Maria
as Rina
as Miki Tanaka
as Aiko Sasaki（佐々木 藍子）
as Chiaki Okubo
as Sonoko Sugi
as Riko Takase
as Fujita Chiaki
as Self/Kiyomi Takada
as Miki Shikishima
as Ayaka Ono
as Miki Shikishima
as 출연
as Sayuri Hosho
as Miki Shikishima
as Ryo Harada
as Noriko Hanawa
as Kaede
as Kiyomi Takada
as Saigoji Erena
as 横田めぐみ（成人後）
as Taeko Kobayakawa
as Ritsuko Fujisawa
as Aki Ogata
as Ogata Aki
as Koko
as Rieko Araki
as Aihara
as Misato Arimori
as Sakota Nanami
as Reina Kashiwagi