About Kumiko Ogawa
Kumiko Ogawa is recognized for her compelling performances in Japanese cinema, often collaborating with distinguished directors such as Hirokazu Kore-eda and Kiyoshi Kurosawa. Her work with Kore-eda, known for his nuanced family dramas, has helped Ogawa refine her subtle emotional expressiveness, gaining her critical acclaim. Collaborations with co-stars like Masaharu Fukuyama have allowed her to explore diverse character dynamics, enhancing her versatility. These creative partnerships have significantly influenced Ogawa's career by broadening her acting range and establishing her as a respected figure in contemporary Japanese film.
Production Credits
Costume & Make-Up
Credited for Costume Design in 16 shows - The Gentlemen’s Alliance, Moving, 20th Century Nostalgia, Nabbie's Love, Kill Bill: Vol. 1, Kill Bill: Vol. 2, Koishikute, All Around Us, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Flowers, Villain, The Lady Shogun and Her Men, Unforgiven, A Banana? At This Time of Night?, Under the Open Sky and City Hunter.
Credited for Costume Supervisor in 2 shows - The Friends and Journey to the Shore.
Credited for Costume Coordinator in 1 show - Lost Chapter of Snow: Passion.
Credited for Costume Designer in 6 shows - Yellow Elephant, Manhunt, The Naked Director, Earthquake Bird, Kokuho and Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair.
Credited for Costumer in 2 shows - Rage and It Feels So Good.
Credited for Makeup Artist in 1 show - Love Hotel.