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Moeka Hoshi has a bright future ahead after breaking out into the Hollywood mainstream with her role in the acclaimed series, Shgun. Born on August 23, 1995, in Chiba, Japan, Hoshi had a passion for performing arts at an early age, studying classical ballet and aspiring to become an actress (via Oricon News). That dream came true in 2017, when Hoshi made her acting debut in the Tokyo TV series Million Yen Women. She has since starred in several Japanese movies and shows, including On the Street and The 12 Day Tale of the Monster That Died in 8.

A successful actress in Japan, Hoshi was virtually unknown to Western audiences, but that all changed with her role in the Emmy-winning drama, Shgun, which premiered on FX in 2023. In the series, which takes place in 1600 feudal Japan, Hoshi plays Usami Fuji, a widow who watched her husband and son killed before her very eyes. With little time to grieve,...

Yu Yu Hakusho delivers a thrilling take on the beloved manga, setting a new standard on Netflix with its supernatural journey. Million Yen Women defies genre conventions, blending comedy, mystery, and drama to create a profound and captivating narrative. Ju-On: Origins is a spine-chilling masterpiece that surpasses its predecessors, immersing viewers in a meticulously crafted tale of terror.

While Netflix provides a diverse range of content from Japan, from reality shows to anime, its live-action TV series stand out as some of the platform's best offerings. These captivating productions showcase Japan's remarkable ability to create compelling and innovative television in the streaming era. Despite the global success of Korean dramas, such as Squid Game with its anticipated second season, Japan's live-action series have been quietly making their mark, delivering unique and engaging stories that deserve greater recognition. With a rich cinematic history and a legacy of groundbreaking anime, Japan's live-action...