Atsuko Takahata

Atsuko Takahata (高畑 淳子, _Takahata Atsuko_) was born on 11 October 1954 in Zentsūji, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. She is a talented Japanese actress, voice actress, and tarento, who has been active in the entertainment industry since 1976.

Takahata is married to fellow actor Ryosuke Otani and is a proud mother to two children: a son, Yuta Takahata, and a daughter, Kotomi Takahata.

Throughout her career, Atsuko Takahata has appeared in numerous television dramas, films, and anime. Some notable roles in television include:

• Kyojuu Tokusou Juspion (1985) - Space Witch Gilza
• Kamen Rider Black RX (1988) - Maribaron
• Special Rescue Police Winspector (1990) - Calra/Miyuki Fukano
• Mother (2010) - Toko Suzuhara
• What Will You Do, Ieyasu? (2023) - Ōmandokoro

In film, she has also portrayed memorable characters, such as:

• Spring Snow (2005) - H.R.H. Tohin-nomiya
• Always: Sunset on Third Street '64 (2012) - Natsuko
• The Dignified Death of Shizuo Yamanaka (2020) - Tsuneko Yamanaka
• Motherhood (2022) - Role undisclosed

Atsuko's contribution to anime includes lending her voice to characters in various productions, showcasing her versatility as a voice actress. Some highlights include:

• Magic Knight Rayearth (1994) - Debonair
• The Tale of the Princess Kaguya (2013) - Sagami
• The Imaginary (2023) - Downbeat Grandma

In recognition of her achievements and talent, Takahata was awarded the Medal with Purple Ribbon in 2014, illustrating her significant impact on Japanese entertainment.

As of now, Atsuko Takahata continues to work in the industry, with upcoming projects including Asura (2025) and The Ohara Family Rhapsody (2024), among others. Her extensive filmography and dedication to her craft have made her a prominent figure in Japanese entertainment.