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Meiko Kaji: Biography, Facts and Career

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Meiko Kaji (梶 芽衣子, Kaji Meiko; born March 24, 1947) is a Japanese actress and singer. Since the 1960s, she has appeared in over 100 film and television roles, most prominently in the 1970s with her most famous roles as outlaw characters, best known for her performances in the film series Stray Cat Rock, Wandering Ginza Butterfly, Female Prisoner 701: Scorpion and Lady Snowblood. Kaji also performed as a singer, releasing records concurrently with her film career and beyond, even providing the official feature theme song tracks to a few of the films in which she also starred.

Quick facts about Meiko Kaji

  • Full name: Meiko Kaji
  • Born: 1947-03-24
  • Nationality: Japan
  • Known as: Musician
  • Wikidata ID: Q175900

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Who is Meiko Kaji?

Meiko Kaji (梶 芽衣子, Kaji Meiko; born March 24, 1947) is a Japanese actress and singer.

What nationality is Meiko Kaji?

Meiko Kaji is Japan.

When was Meiko Kaji born?

Meiko Kaji was born on 1947-03-24.

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