Date of Birth : July 17th 1957
Birth Place : Tokyo, Japan

1974 - Made a sensational screen debut in a leading role for a feature film "Seishun-No-Mon" (TOHO). Since then, her overwhelming stage presence and innate talent has been highly acclaimed among the public as well as the many of creators such as the well known film directors, stage directors and critics alike. She has been most demanded actor in the contemporary age and has been cast for principal roles of various types of noteworthy productions in cross genre fields : films /stage/ TV-drama/music industry. Her challenging spirit and rich expression derived from her nature trying to enjoy every minute of the unknown world and has been proved by winning not a few important Awards. SHINOBU OHTAKE is one of the most unique actor in Japan and her dauntless curiosity in exploring acting skill and better expression has a big followers regardless of any age group.