Emi Takei facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Emi Takei
武井 咲
Takei in June 2014
Born	(1993-12-25) December 25, 1993 (age 31) Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
Occupation	Actress model
Years active	2007–present
Agent	Oscar Promotion
Height	1.63 m (5 ft 4 in)
Spouse(s)	Takahiro Tasaki ​ (m. 2017)​
Children	2

Emi Takei (武井 咲, Takei Emi, born December 25, 1993) is a famous Japanese actress and model. She has starred in many TV shows and movies. Emi is known for her roles in the Rurouni Kenshin film series and various TV dramas.

Emi's Early Life and Career Start

Emi Takei was born in Nagoya, Japan. When she was in junior high, she told her parents she wanted to become a model. She worked hard to make this dream come true.

In 2006, Emi joined the 11th Japan Bishōjo Contest. This is a big competition for young female talents. She won two awards: the Model Division Award and the Multi-Media Award. This was a great start to her career!

Becoming a Top Model

After her contest wins, Emi started her modeling career. In November 2006, she appeared in Seventeen magazine. This was her very first job in entertainment.

By February 2007, she became an exclusive model for Seventeen. This meant she worked only for them. She even got her first solo cover on the magazine's February 15 issue.

In September 2010, Emi became the face of "Beamie." This was a special website for celebrities. Later that year, she made history by winning the "Best Dresser Award." She was the youngest person ever to receive this award.

Acting Debut and Success

Emi Takei started acting in January 2011. She appeared in the Fuji TV drama Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta. She won her role after an audition with 800 other people.

Soon after, she got her first main role in the TV Asahi drama Asuko March! in April. She quickly became a popular actress.

In November 2011, she won the "Best Smile of the Year" award. In December, she became the first Japanese person to sign a contract with the famous Italian brand Gucci.

Singing and Beyond

On December 12, 2011, Emi also started a singing career. She released her first song, "Koisuru Kimochi," with Universal Japan. A famous musician named Takuro from the band Glay wrote the song for her.

In August 2012, Emi finished her work as a Seventeen model. She had been with the magazine for almost six years.

Emi's Work in TV and Movies

Emi Takei has appeared in many TV dramas and movies. She is known for playing different kinds of characters.

TV Dramas

• Otomen ~Summer~ (2009), Kuriko Tachibana
• Otomen ~Autumn~ (2009), Kuriko Tachibana
• Liar Game 2 (2010), Hiroka Saeki
• Gold (2010), Akira Saotome
• Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta (2011), Hikari Saeki
• Asukō March! ~Kenritsu Asuka Kōgyō Kōkō Kōshinkyoku~ (2011), Nao Yoshino
• Honto ni Atta Kowai Hanashi Summer Special 2011 (2011), Kyoka Koyama
• Taira no Kiyomori Episode 14 - 43 (2012), Tokiwa Gozen
• W no Higeki (2012), Mako Watsuji/Satsuki Kurasawa
• Iki mo Dekinai Natsu (2012), Rei Tanizaki
• Flat Out Tokyo Girl (2012), Urara Saeki
• Otenki Oneesan (2013), Haruko Abe
• Kindaichi Kōsuke VS Akechi Kogorō (2013), Hatsue Yoshiike
• The Partner (2013), Akane Oiwa
• Umi no Ue no Shinryōjo (2013), Mako Togami
• Senryokugai Sōsakan (2014), Chinami Umidzuki
• Zero no Shinjitsu ~Kansatsui Matsumoto Mao~ (2014), Mao Matsumoto
• The Perfect Insider (2014), Moe Nishinosono
• Age Harassment (2015), Emiri Yoshii
• Seisei Suruhodo, Aishiteru (2016), Mia Kurihara
• Fragile (2016), Chihiro Miyazaki
• Setouchi Shonen Yakyu dan (2016), Komako Nakai
• Black Leather Notebook (2017), Motoko Haraguchi
• Ima kara Anata wo Kyouhaku Shimasu (2017)

Movies

• The Cherry Orchard: Blossoming (2008), Maki Mizuta
• For Love's Sake (2012), Ai Saotome
• Rurouni Kenshin (2012), Kamiya Kaoru
• Love for Beginners (2012), Tsubaki Hibino
• Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno (2014), Kamiya Kaoru
• Rurouni Kenshin: The Legend Ends (2014), Kamiya Kaoru
• Clover (2014), Saya Suzuki
• Terra Formars (2016), Nanao Akita
• Rurouni Kenshin: The Final (2021), Kamiya Kaoru

TV Programs and Radio Shows

• Unbelievable (April 2010-February 2011)
• K-Pop & Korean Dramas...Star ga Umareru Bashō ~Takei Emi and Youn-a Hanryū Roots e no Tabi~ (2011)
• Takei Emi 19sai no Kyūjitsu - Kankoku Hitori Tabi ~Micchaku! Sugao ni Modotta Mikakan~ (2013)
• Emi Takei and Rikao Yanagida's Radio Kūsō Kagaku Kenkyūsho (2010–present)
• Daiichi Seimei Takei Emi "Kyō no Ikku" (2012–present)

Voice Acting Roles

Emi Takei has also lent her voice to characters in movies and video games.

• Fast Five (2011), Elena Neves (Japanese dubbing)
• Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten Knights (2011), Sophie Coubertin (Japanese release)
• Binary Domain (2012) - Yuki (Japanese release)
• Crayon Shin-chan: Serious Battle! Robot Dad Strikes Back (2014)
• Dragon Quest Heroes II (2016), Teresia
• Nioh (2017), Okatsu

Commercials

Emi Takei has appeared in many commercials for popular brands.

• Yokohama Hakkeijima Sea Paradise Petting Lagoon (2007)
• Takara Tomy Hi-kara (2008)
• Shiseido
  • Tsubaki Water (2010)
  • Maquillage (2011–present)
• Lotte
  • Ghana Milk Chocolate (2011–present)
  • Ghana Chocolate & Cookie Sandwich (2011-2012)
  • Fruitio (2012–present)
  • Fit's Link & Fruitio x Movie Rurouni Kenshin Tie-up Campaign (2012)
• SoftBank Mobile (2011)
• Coca-Cola Japan Sokenbicha (2011)
• ÆON (2011–present)
• MaxValu (2012–present)
• Nintendo "Rhythm Heaven Fever" (2011)
• Nissin Spa King (2011–present)
• Fast Five Movie (2011)
• NEC Personal Computer (2011–present)
• Sekisui Chemical Company Sekisui Heim (2011–present)
• Aoyama Trading Yōfuku no Aoyama (2011–present)
• Daiichi Seimei (2011–present)
• J Sports (2011–present)
• Tokyo Metro (2012–present)
• Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum Mauritshuis Museum Exhibition (2012)
• JTB (2012–present)
• GREE Tsuri Star (2012–present)
• House Foods Toast Seasoning (2012–present)
• Seiko Lukia (2012–present)
• Mobcast Mobile Pro/Mobile Soccer (2013–present)
• Japanese Red Cross Society Hatachi no Kenketsu (2014–present)
• SSP Alesion 10 (2014–present)

Magazines and Photobooks

• Seventeen (February 2007-October 2012)- Exclusive model
• Kaze no Naka no Shōjo (Wani Books, 28 October 2010) ISBN: 9784847043208
• Plumeria (Spirits Special Edition) (Shogakukan, 20 June 2011) ISBN: 9784093637305
• Emi Takei Photobook Bloom (Kadokawa Shoten, 6 June 2015) ISBN: 9784047319431

Emi's Music Career

Emi Takei has released one single as a singer.

Singles

Awards and Achievements

Emi Takei has won many awards for her modeling and acting work.

2006

• 11th Japan Bishōjo Contest Model Division Award and Multi-Media Award

2011

• 68th Television Academy Awards - Best Supporting Actress for "Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta"
• Vogue Japan Women of the Year 2011 Award

2012

• 2012 E-Line Beautiful Grand Prix (Japan Association of Adult Orthodontics)
• 24th Yamaji Fumiko Film Awards - Best New Actress Award
• 25th Nikkan Sports Film Award - Best Newcomer Award
• 54th FECJ Awards - Celebrity of the Year Award

2013

• 37th Elan d'or Awards - Best Newcomer Award
• 36th Japan Academy Film Prize - Best New Actor Award for "Rurouni Kenshin", "Ai to Makoto", "Kyō, Koi o Hajimemasu"
• 22nd Japanese Film Critics Awards - Best New Actress Award for "Kyō, Koi o Hajimemasu"
• 18th Vietnam Film Festival - Best Actress for "The Partner"

2015

• Japan Action Award 2015 - Best Action Actress for Rurouni Kenshin: Kyoto Inferno

See also

In Spanish: Emi Takei para niños