Maya Hamaoka

Acting

Born May 16, 1983 · Meguro, Tokyo, Japan

Maya Hamaoka is a Japanese actress, born on May 16, 1983, in Tokyo. She has been associated with notable talent agencies such as Biscuit Entertainment, Iijima Room, and A.L.C. Atlantis. During her early years, Maya Hamaoka emerged as a child actress, leaving an imprint in various movies and dramas, including the "Toire no Hanako-san" series. She also participated in a range of variety programs like "Rairai-ken." Her contributions became integral to the Chaidoru (child idol) movement. Maya held a significant role as "Midori Shiga" in the TV series "Chuugakusei Nikki" (Middle School Student Diary). Beyond her acting prowess, Maya possesses a unique skill in pastel art, and her interests extend to photography, film appreciation, and web design. In a heartwarming revelation, fellow entertainers Yui Ryoko and Emi Hashino shared the joyous news of Maya's marriage on July 9 and 10, 2017, respectively, through social media platforms.