Maria Takagi

Maria Takagi, born on October 25, 1978, in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, is a versatile actress known for her work in television and film, as well as her previous career in the adult entertainment industry. Early in her modeling career, she was known by the aliases Yukiko Hara and Rika Inoue.

Takagi made her mark in the entertainment world with the release of her gravure photo album, "Nishi-Shinjuku Love Story," in June 1998. She ventured into film shortly thereafter, appearing in the romantic feature "Yoi Yume Yakei," directed by Shuji Kataoka, in August 1998. Under the name Rika Inoue, she modeled for the magazine Urecco in late 1998 and later published a nude photobook titled "Blue" in December 2000. Takagi starred in the fantasy film "Mermaid Girl" in July 2001, showcasing her acting range.

Her entry into adult films began with the release of "Super-Star" in December 2002, which quickly established her as a leading star in the industry. By 2003, she was recognized as Japan’s highest-paid adult video actress and received multiple accolades at the XCity Adult Video Grand Prix Awards, including Best New Actress.

Transitioning from adult films, Takagi continued to expand her filmography with titles like "Ghost Shout" in 2004 and the horror films "Noroi" and "Tokyo Zombie" in 2005. She also held notable roles in television series, including "Keiyaku Kekkon" and "Ns' Aoi," solidifying her status in mainstream Japanese entertainment.