Eiko Koike

Quick Facts: Who was Eiko Koike?

Subject:

Eiko Koike

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Japanese actress known for film and television roles, recognized for performances in major Japanese productions.

Born:

1980-11-20

Century / Era:

1980s Historical Era Archive

Verified Source:

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Origins & Early Life

Eiko Koike (小池 栄子, Koike Eiko) is a Japanese actress and former gravure model. Koike starred in Kunitoshi Manda's film The Kiss.

Career & Major Achievements

She appeared in Kiyoshi Kurosawa's 2012 television drama Penance, and co-starred in Junji Sakamoto's A Chorus of Angels with Sayuri Yoshinaga. She also co-starred in Masanori Tominaga's Vengeance Can Wait with Takayuki Yamada.

Enduring Legacy & Impact

She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at Japan Academy Prize for her outstanding performance in the film Rebirth.

Chronological Milestones & Life Events

1. 1980 (1980-11-20): Birth of Eiko Koike — Japanese actress known for film and television roles, recognized for performances in major Japanese productions.
2. 2012: 2012 Milestone — She appeared in Kiyoshi Kurosawa's 2012 television drama Penance, and co-starred in Junji Sakamoto's A Chorus of Angels with Sayuri Yoshinaga.

Historical Fact-Check Quiz: Eiko Koike

True or False: “Eiko Koike was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the Japan Academy Prize for her role in the film Rebirth.”

Answer (TRUE ⭕): The provided text explicitly states she was nominated for this award for her outstanding performance in 'Rebirth'.

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