Emi Takei

Emi Takei (武井 咲, Takei Emi, born December 25, 1993) is a Japanese actress, model, and singer. She is represented by Oscar Promotion.

Takei began her career as a model, winning the Model Award and Multi Media Award at the 11th Japan Bishōjo Contest in 2006. She began acting in 2009, making her debut in the drama series Otomen. Her breakthrough role came in 2011 with the drama series Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta.

Since then, she has starred in numerous television dramas and films, including Rurouni Kenshin (film series), Ace Attorney, Kyo, Koi wo Hajimemasu, Black Leather Notebook, IQ246: The Case Files of Handsome Genius, and Guilty: This Love Is a Crime?.

Takei has also released several singles as a singer. She is known for her versatility as an actress and her ability to portray a wide range of characters. She has won several awards for her acting, including the Best Actress Award at the 2012 Japan Movie Critics Awards for her performance in Ai to Makoto.