Young and Talented, Peek at 12 Portraits of Japanese Actresses Under 30 Years Old Who are at the Peak of Popularity

For Japanese drama lovers, the name Mei Nagano is certainly familiar. The 24-year-old actress has starred in many films and dramas such as Asadora HANBUN, AOI, KOE KOI, FUGITIVE BOYS, and MY LOVE STORY.

Tao Tsuchiya's name has been soaring high thanks to her role as Usagi Yuzuha in the Netflix series ALICE IN BORDERLAND. The actress, who is also a singer and dancer, has won the Best Newcomer award at the 39th Japan Academy Film Prize and the 40th Elan d'or Awards.

Suzu Hirose started her career at a young age. The actress, born in 1998, has had many iconic roles in both films and dramas. Her acting ability has been proven with a series of awards, including the Best Newcomer award at the 39th Japan Academy Film Prize and the Best Supporting Actress award at the 78th Mainichi Film Awards.

Although she started her career as a model at the age of 12, Nana Komatsu is also active in the acting world and has starred in a series of Japanese films and dramas. She made her debut in Hollywood through the film SILENCE directed by Martin Scorsese.

Despite her young age, Nana Mori has transformed into a rising star. Born in 2001, she has won the Japan Academy Film Prize 44th and Elan d'or Awards 45th for Best Newcomer category.

Active in various films and dramas, Haruna Kawaguchi is famous for her roles in OURAN HIGH SCHOOL HOST CLUB, POV: NOROWARETA FILM, ZEKYYO GAKKYU, and SAY "I LOVE YOU". Her name became known worldwide after starring in the viral drama SILENT on the internet.

This Korean-Japanese actress once won in the Tokyo preliminary round of the All Japan Dance Contest. Some of the series she starred in include THE NAKED DIRECTOR, GREAT TEACHER ONIZUKA, and DON'T CALL IT MYSTERY.

This former idol and member of Rev.from DVL went viral thanks to her photo during a live performance. Starting her acting debut alongside her idol career, Kanna has starred in a series of films such as HARUTA & CHIKA, GINTAMA, THE DISASTROUS LIFE, KAGUYA-SAMA: LOVE IS WAR, KINGDOM, and VIOLENCE ACTION.

Since her first appearance in the film MY TOMORROW, YOUR YESTERDAY, Kaya Kiyohara has been widely known by the public for her roles in various films and dramas. This actress born in 2002 has won a series of awards, including the 45th Japan Academy Film Prize for Best Supporting Actress and the Asian Film Festival for Best Actress category.

Mone Kamishiraishi is a multi-talented Japanese actress. The actress, who is also a singer, won the Best Smile of the Year 2020 award thanks to her sweet smile. Some of the series she has starred in include AN INCURABLE CASE OF LOVE, REACH BEYOND THE BLUE SKY, and COME COME EVERYBODY.

Marie Iitoyo is an actress and model born on January 5, 1998. Since starting her acting career, Marie has appeared in various film and series titles. Some of the dramas she has starred in include LOVE YOU AS THE WORLD ENDS, BOYS OVER FLOWERS Season 2, and ANOHANA: THE FLOWER WE SAW THAT DAY.

Finally, there's Minami Hamabe. After winning the New Generation Award in the Toho Cinderella Audition 2011, Minami made her acting debut in the film ACE ATTORNEY. She became more well-known to the public thanks to her role in the film live-action LET ME EAT YOUR PANCREAS.