
Actress
Shinobu Terajima
- Born: 28 November 1972, Tokyo, Japan
- Estimated net worth: $5 million
Shinobu Terajima is a renowned Japanese actress known for her versatile performances in both film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in acclaimed films such as 'Caterpillar' and 'The Mourner'. With a career spanning over two decades, she is…
Shinobu Terajima: best films and shows
About Shinobu Terajima
Shinobu Terajima is a renowned Japanese actress known for her versatile performances in both film and television. She gained recognition for her roles in acclaimed films such as 'Caterpillar' and 'The Mourner'. With a career spanning over two decades, she is celebrated for her emotional depth and powerful presence, often portraying complex characters in dramas.
- Born
- 28 November 1972, Tokyo, Japan
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
- Spouses
- Masahiro Takashiro (2005-present)
- Children
- 1 child, name not publicly known
- Parents
- Hiroshi Terajima, Yoshiko Terajima
- Estimated net worth
- $5 million
Fun facts about Shinobu Terajima
- Shinobu Terajima won the Best Actress award at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival for her role in 'Caterpillar'.
- She is also known for her work in theater, showcasing her talent in various stage productions across Japan.
Famous Shinobu Terajima quotes
“I am not afraid of challenges.”
“Life is a series of choices.”
“Every character has a story to tell.”
Shinobu Terajima filmography
Cast (91)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Shadow Work TV | Akie | 8.2 |
| 2025 | Hokusai's Daughter Movie | Unknown character | 7.8 |
| 2025 | Kokuho Movie | Sachiko Ogaki | 7.9 |
| 2025 | I'm a D-list Handler TV | Shino Asaskura | 7.0 |
| 2024 | Hakkenden Movie | Ohaku | 7.4 |
| 2024 | The Parades Movie | Kaori | 7.5 |
| 2022 | The Night Before Upheaval Movie | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 2022 | 2 Women Movie | Miharu (Jakkou) Osanai | 4.0 |
| 2022 | The Three Sisters of Tenmasou Inn Movie | Tenma Keiko | 7.2 |
| 2022 | Modern Love Tokyo TV | Unknown character | 6.8 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Travel Nurse TV | Aikawa Toko | 7.3 |
| 2022 | Guardian of the Market TV | Satoko Honjo | 7.3 |
| 2022 | The Journalist TV | Mayumi Suzuki | 7.5 |
| 2021 | Matrilineal Family TV | Fujishiro Yajima | |
| 2021 | Intolerance Movie | Asako Kusakabe | 7.5 |
| 2021 | No Story in this World. TV | Unknown character | |
| 2021 | Arc Movie | Ema | 6.6 |
| 2021 | It's a Flickering Life Movie | Ayumu | 6.4 |
| 2021 | The Supporting Actors in Byplaywood Movie | Unknown character | 6.7 |
| 2021 | Earwig and the Witch Movie | Bella Yaga (voice) | 5.9 |
| 2021 | A Family Movie | Aiko Kimura | 7.4 |
| 2020 | Sakura Movie | Tsubomi Hasegawa | 8.0 |
| 2019 | Akuma no Temariuta Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2019 | Poison Daughter, Holy Mother TV | Yoshika Fujiyoshi | |
| 2018 | Dare to Stop Us Movie | Maeda's mama | 7.0 |
| 2018 | Nomitori Samurai Movie | Omine | 5.7 |
| 2018 | Oh Lucy! Movie | Setsuko Kawashima / Lucy | 6.7 |
| 2018 | 都庁爆破! Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2017 | Dear Etranger Movie | Yuka | 7.1 |
| 2017 | Star Sand Movie | Gima | 7.0 |
| 2016 | The City of Betrayal Movie | Tomoko Hashimoto | 3.0 |
| 2016 | My Uncle Movie | Setsuko Haruyama | 6.3 |
| 2016 | Autumn Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2016 | 実録ドラマスペシャル 女の犯罪ミステリー Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2016 | 裏切りの街 TV | Unknown character | |
| 2016 | The Shell Collector Movie | Painter Izumi | 5.4 |
| 2015 | Asa ga Kita TV | Imai Rie | 7.7 |
| 2014 | Women Does Not Allow That TV | Rinka Ebisawa | 9.0 |
| 2014 | A Samurai Chronicle Movie | Unknown character | 7.1 |
| 2013 | Sotoba Komachi Movie | Old woman | 10.0 |
| 2013 | R100 Movie | Whipping Queen | 5.7 |
| 2013 | Apple of Sodom TV | Miyamura Megumi | 8.5 |
| 2013 | Sue, Mai & Sawa: Righting the Girl Ship Movie | Sawako-san | 7.1 |
| 2013 | Promise: The Nabari Poisoned Wine Case, The Life of a Death-row Inmate Movie | Narrator (voice) | |
| 2012 | Japan's Tragedy Movie | Tomoko | 6.5 |
| 2012 | The Millennial Rapture Movie | Oryuunooba | 4.0 |
| 2012 | Helter Skelter Movie | Michiko Hata | 6.7 |
| 2012 | 11.25 The Day He Chose His Own Fate Movie | Yoko Hiraoka | 5.2 |
| 2012 | Innocent TV | Unknown character | |
| 2011 | Shita-Machi Rocket -Engineer vs. Elite- TV | 神谷涼子 | 7.2 |
| 2011 | Taro no Tō TV | Unknown character | |
| 2011 | Onihei Gaiden: Kumagoro’s Face Movie | Oen | |
| 2010 | The Assistant Doctor Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2010 | Caterpillar Movie | Shigeko Kurokawa | 6.3 |
| 2010 | The Fallen Angel Movie | Tsuneko | 6.5 |
| 2010 | Ryōmaden TV | Sakamoto Otome | 9.1 |
| 2009 | Guardian Angel Movie | Katsuko Suga | |
| 2009 | A Lush Life Movie | Kyoko | 4.0 |
| 2008 | Happy Flight Movie | Reiko Yamazaki | 6.4 |
| 2008 | Four Lies TV | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| 2008 | Kitaro and the Millennium Curse Movie | Nami/Mermaid | 5.1 |
| 2007 | Chacha: The Princess of Heaven Movie | Ogou | 8.3 |
| 2007 | Love Never to End Movie | Fuyuka Irie | 5.0 |
| 2006 | Akihabara@DEEP Movie | Fujiko Watarai | 5.5 |
| 2006 | It's Only Talk Movie | Yuko | 6.3 |
| 2006 | Junjo Kirari TV | Arimori Fueko | 9.5 |
| 2006 | Haru, Bânîzu de Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2006 | Samurai Justice: The Female Bodyguard Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2006 | Time Limit Investigator TV | Aoi Makuragi | 6.7 |
| 2005 | Riding Alone for Thousands of Miles Movie | Rie Takata | 7.1 |
| 2005 | Yamato Movie | Unknown character | 5.5 |
| 2005 | Until the Lights Come Back Movie | Reiko | 6.4 |
| 2005 | Otona no Natsu Yasumi TV | Unknown character | |
| 2005 | Samurai Justice: A Duel at Takadanobara Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2005 | Tokyo Tower Movie | Kimiko Kawano | 7.2 |
| 2005 | Samurai Justice 2: Mother & Daughter Movie | Mifuyu | |
| 2005 | Winter Game Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2004 | Samurai Justice: Assistance in a Duel Movie | Mifuyu | |
| 2004 | Quill: The Life of a Guide Dog Movie | Mitsuko Nii | 7.1 |
| 2004 | 10 Years - A Wife's Betrayal Movie | Yukiko Mizoguchi | |
| 2004 | 十年 妻が夫を裏切った日 TV | Unknown character | |
| 2003 | Vibrator Movie | Rei Hayakawa | 5.8 |
| 2003 | Akame 48 Waterfalls Movie | Aya | 6.1 |
| 2003 | Get Up! Movie | Kaori Fujisawa | 6.5 |
| 2003 | Musashi TV | Aya | 8.4 |
| 2001 | Siberian Express 2 Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1998 | Love and Eros TV | Unknown character | |
| 1998 | Feeling relief is easy TV | Itou Wakako | |
| 1998 | Yukon Movie | Sawa Hatanaka | |
| 1998 | Amagi Pass Movie | Unknown character | 1.0 |
| TBA | One Thousand Paper Cranes Movie | Unknown character |
Latest releases
- Hokusai's Daughter2025 / TMDB 7.8
- Kokuho2025 / TMDB 7.9
- Hakkenden2024 / TMDB 7.4
- The Parades2024 / TMDB 7.5
- The Night Before Upheaval2022 / TMDB 7.0
- 2 Women2022 / TMDB 4.0
Questions about Shinobu Terajima
What are some of Shinobu Terajima's most successful films?
Shinobu Terajima is best known for her roles in 'Caterpillar', 'The Mourner', and 'Kisaragi', all of which have received critical acclaim and audience appreciation.
Has Shinobu Terajima won any awards?
Yes, she won the Best Actress award at the 2010 Cannes Film Festival for her powerful performance in 'Caterpillar'.
What was Shinobu Terajima's first film?
Shinobu Terajima made her film debut in 1995 with 'The Harp of Burma', marking the beginning of her successful acting career.
What genres does Shinobu Terajima typically work in?
Shinobu Terajima primarily works in drama films but has also explored various genres, including thriller and romance, showcasing her range as an actress.
Is Shinobu Terajima involved in television?
Yes, she has appeared in several television dramas, further establishing her versatility and popularity in the Japanese entertainment industry.
What is Shinobu Terajima's estimated net worth?
Shinobu Terajima's estimated net worth is around $5 million, reflecting her successful career in film and television.
Who are Shinobu Terajima's parents?
Shinobu Terajima's parents are Hiroshi Terajima and Yoshiko Terajima, who have supported her throughout her acting career.
Has Shinobu Terajima worked in theater?
Yes, she is also known for her work in theater, participating in various stage productions that highlight her acting skills.

