Meiko Kaji
Meiko Kaji is a Japanese actress and singer best known for her fierce portrayals of tough outlaw characters in cult cinema, including Lady Snowblood and Prisoner 701.
Movie Actress | Soundtrack
March 24, 1947
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Meiko Kaji, a Japanese singer and actress, is renowned for her powerful depictions of strong, rebellious outlaw characters in cult cinema. She gained significant popularity through her roles in the Stray Cat Rock series, where she played young delinquents, the deadly Sasori in the Female Prisoner Scorpion films, and most notably, the relentless titular assassin in the Lady Snowblood movies, which inspired Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill. Kaji has been honored with numerous awards for her contributions to the entertainment industry. In addition to her acting career, she is a skilled songwriter, with “Urami Bushi” being one of her most famous and recognizable songs.