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Maiko Minami, originally known as Yukoyo Takahashi and born on March 8, 1961, is a distinguished Japanese female talent and actress affiliated with Actors Promotion. Hailing from Tokyo, Minami embarked on her professional journey in 1981 as an executive secretary at Itochu Corporation, concluding her tenure in 1983. Impressively, she held credentials in Soroban (abacus) Level 2, Eiken (English proficiency) Level 2, and Penmanship Level 2. In 1985, her career took a notable turn as she garnered recognition as a member of the idol ensemble "Onattāzu," alongside Natako Ogawa and Harumi Fukano. Post the group's disbandment, Minami sustained her dynamic influence across various arenas, including gravure modeling, television programs, and films. Notably, in 1995, she entered matrimony with event company owner Soichiro Kimura, yet the marriage met a swift end through divorce after a brief period. (Source: Wikipedia Japan)
