Takako Matsu
ActingAbout Takako Matsu
Takako Matsu is a Japanese actress and pop singer born on June 10, 1977. She gained widespread popularity in the late 1990s through hit TV dramas starring alongside Takuya Kimura, including the massive success Long Vacation (1996) and Love Generation (1997). These roles established her as a leading actress in television. She has received Best Actress awards multiple time in her career.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Takako Matsu reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 37 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Takako Matsu's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 59% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Takako Matsu remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Pa Rum Pum Pum Pum, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Takako Matsu Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Takako Matsu's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Takako Matsu.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | On Summer Sand | Keiko Koura | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | 1st Kiss | Kanna Suzuri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2025 | Slow Train | Yoko Shibuya | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Zen Diary | Machiko | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | The Pass: Last Days of the Samurai | Suga | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | Pa Rum Pum Pum Pum | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Suddenly Reading! | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | Switch | Tsutaya Madoka | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Last Letter | Yuri Kishibeno | Hit | Similar → |
| 2019 | Masquerade Hotel | Yoko Katagiri | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | It Comes | Kotoko Higa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Hard-Core | Bar woman | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | The Miracle of Crybaby Shottan | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | Fireworks | Nazuna's Mother (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Hero | Maiko Amamiya / 雨宮舞子 | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | A Farewell to Jinu | Akiko Amano | Average | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Little House | Tokiko Hirai | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Dreams for Sale | Satoko Ichizawa | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Someday | Mie Oi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Confessions | Yuko Moriguchi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Villon's Wife | Sachi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | K-20: The Fiend with Twenty Faces | Yoko Hashiba | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Hero | Maiko Amamiya / 雨宮舞子 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Tokyo Towers: Mom and Me, and Sometimes Dad | Mizue | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | HERO SP | Maiko Amamiya / 雨宫舞子 | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Brave Story | Wataru Mitsuya (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Suite Dreams | Hana Takemoto | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Hiroshima Showa 20 nen 8 Gatsu Muika | Shinobu Yajima | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Hidden Blade | Kie | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | 9 Souls | Yuki | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Chûshingura 1/47 | Aguri (later Yozeiin) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2001 | Koishii Hito/Takako Matsu PV | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Love Generation Hong Kong | Uesugi/Riko | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | April Story | Uzuki Nireno | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Tokyo Fair Weather | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Because I Am Me | - | Average | Similar → |
| N/A | NODA・MAP「兎、波を走る」 | - | Flop | Similar → |
Takako Matsu - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Takako Matsu?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Takako Matsu is "Pa Rum Pum Pum Pum" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Takako Matsu acted in?
Takako Matsu has been featured in at least 37 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Takako Matsu?
Other notable films include "Suddenly Reading!", "Chûshingura 1/47", and "On Summer Sand".