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Akie Namiki

Acting Born Oct 17, 1978 Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, Japan 16 credits
16
Total Credits
2004–2026
23 Years Career Span
3
Vault Titles
10
Key Co-Stars

Biography

Subject: Akie Namiki (Actress).
Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile.
Constraints: Use ONLY provided sources. No invented details. Plain prose only. No markdown, no headings, no bullet points, no preamble.
Word count target: 90-130 words.
Name: Akie Namiki (Japanese: 並木愛枝).
Birthdate: October 17, 1978 [1] or October 17, 1982 [5]. (Note: I should be careful with conflicting dates. I will mention the 1978 date or just say she was born in Saitama).
Birthplace: Saitama Prefecture, Japan [1, 2, 4, 5].
Profession: Actress [1, 2, 4].
Career start: Acting since she was a teenager in an independent theater specializing in moving pictures [2]. Participated in the picture-unit "ultramarine" in her first year [2]. Began performing in independent theater troupes from a young age [4].
Debut: 2005 film Morning Soup [4].
Filmography/Roles:
United Red Army / The Red Army: Jitsuroku Rengosekigun (2008) as Hiroko Nagata [2, 5].
Suicide Forest Village | Jukai Mura (2021) [5].
Hirugao The Millennial Rapture | Sennen no Yuraku (2013) [5].
Fourteen (2007) as Ryo Fu [5].
TV: NHK drama Hitori de Shinitai [3].

Akie Namiki is a Japanese actress born in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. She began her career as a teenager performing in independent theater troupes that specialized in moving pictures. After participating in the picture-unit ultramarine during her first year, she continued her training in theater. Her film debut occurred in the 2005 movie Morning Soup. Her film credits

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Career overview

Subject: Akie Namiki (Acting career).
Format: 180-260 words, 2-3 short paragraphs, plain prose, no markdown, no headings, no preamble.
Constraint: Use ONLY provided facts. No inventions.
Goal: Career overview.
[1] Name: Akie Namiki (Stage name: 並木愛枝). Born: October 17, 1978, Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. Known for: Acting. Credits: 15.
[2] Actress in United Red Army. Acting since teenager in independent theater specializing in moving pictures. Participated in picture-unit "ultramarine" in first year.
[3] Mention of NHK drama "Hitori de Shinitai" (ひとりでしにたい) starting June 21 (Saturday) at 10 PM.
[4] Born in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. Began performing in independent theater troupes from a young age, specializing in film acting. Debut in 2005 film Morning Soup.
[5] Born: October 17, 1982 (Note: Source 1 says 1978, Source 5 says 1982. I must be careful. I will stick to the most consistent or mention the discrepancy if necessary, but usually, in these tasks, I pick one or avoid the date if conflicting. Actually, I'll just use the information provided. Source 1 says 1978, Source 5 says 1982. I will omit the specific year to avoid inaccuracy if they conflict, or just state she was born in Saitama). Movies: Suicide Forest Village | Jukai Mura (2021), Hirugao The Millennial Rapture | Sennen no Yuraku (2013), The Red Army | Jitsuroku Rengosekigun (2008) - role: Hiroko Nagata, Fourteen (2007) - role: Ryo Fu.
[6] General biography link.
Paragraph 1: Early Life and Start.
Akie Namiki is a Japanese actress born in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. She began her performing career at a young age in independent theater troupes, with a specialization in film acting and moving pictures. During her first year, she participated in the picture-unit ultramarine. Her film debut occurred in the 2005 film Morning Soup.
Paragraph 2: Film and Television Work.
Namiki has appeared in various film and television productions. Her film credits include the 2007 production Fourteen, in which she played the role of Ryo Fu, and the 2008 film The Red Army, also known as Jitsuroku Rengosekigun, where she portrayed Hiroko Nagata. Other film works include Hirugao The Millennial Rapture, also known as Sennen no Yuraku, released in 2013, and Suicide Forest Village, also known as Jukai Mura, released in 2021. Additionally, she has appeared in the NHK drama Hitori de Shinitai.
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"Akie Namiki is a Japanese actress born in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. She began her performing career at a young age in independent theater troupes, with a specialization in film acting and moving pictures. During her first year, she participated in the picture-unit ultramarine. Her film debut occurred in the 2005 film Morning Soup.

Namiki has appeared in various film and television productions. Her film credits include the 2007 production Fourteen, in which she played the role of Ryo Fu, and the 2008 film The Red Army, also known as Jitsuroku Rengosekigun, where she portrayed Hiroko Nagata. Other film works include Hirugao The Millennial Rapture, also known as Sennen no Yuraku, released in 2013, and Suicide

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Career timeline

Plastic Beauty
Sunny
Suicide Forest VillageShort Story Collection: Things That Pass AwayTwo on the Edge
Dear Patient
And So We Put Goldfish in the Pool.Listen to Light
The Millennial Rapture
FIT
United Red ArmyFourteenMusunde hiraite
The Soup, One Morning
Sayonara, SayonaraSayonara, Sayonara · Music

Full Filmography

16 titles
  • Plastic Beauty (2026) as Kana's Mother
  • Sunny (2024) as Additional Sunny Japanese Dialogue (voice)
  • Suicide Forest Village (2021) as Hirugao
  • Short Story Collection: Things That Pass Away (2021)
  • Two on the Edge (2021) as Yoko Nishizono
  • Dear Patient (2020) as Miyabe Satoko [Nurse]
  • And So We Put Goldfish in the Pool. (2017)
  • Listen to Light (2017)
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  • The Millennial Rapture (2012)
  • FIT (2010)
  • United Red Army (2007) as Hiroko Nagata
  • Fourteen (2007) as Ryo Fukatsu
  • Musunde hiraite (2007)
  • The Soup, One Morning (2005) as Shizu
  • Sayonara, Sayonara (2004)
  • Sayonara, Sayonara (2004) Music

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Akie Namiki best known for?

Akie Namiki is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Plastic Beauty (2026), Sunny (2024), Her Own Destiny (2004).

When and where was Akie Namiki born?

Akie Namiki was born on October 17, 1978 in Saitama, Saitama Prefecture, Japan.

How many credits does Akie Namiki have?

Akie Namiki has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2004 to 2026.

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Subject: Akie Namiki (Actress). Goal: Write a 90-130 word factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY provided sources. No invented details. Plain prose only. No markdown, no headings, no bullet points, no preamble. Word count target: 90-130 words. Name: Akie Namiki (Japanese: 並木愛枝). Birthdate: October 17, 1978 [1]...

Akie Namiki by the numbers

16credits
13films
3TV series
2004–2026active years

Age in their best-rated roles

  • Sunny (2024) as Additional Sunny Japanese Dialogue (voice) — aged about 45
  • Plastic Beauty (2026) as Kana's Mother — aged about 47

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