INTRODUCTION
Julia Nagano (長野じゅりあ) is a Japanese actress, martial artist, YouTuber, and former professional wrestler widely recognized for combining athletic skill with entertainment talent. Known for her background in karate and her charismatic media presence, she has gained popularity across multiple fields including action films, television shows, social media, and sports entertainment.
Often referred to by fans as the “Black Belt Angel,” Nagano built her reputation through impressive martial arts achievements before transitioning into the entertainment industry. Her blend of athletic discipline, elegant appearance, and natural camera presence has made her a unique figure in Japanese pop culture.
Starting her martial arts journey at a very young age, she quickly achieved success in competitive karate tournaments. Later, she moved into acting and media appearances, where her martial arts background allowed her to perform action roles convincingly. Her work in television dramas, films, and digital platforms has attracted audiences both within Japan and internationally.
In recent years she has also gained significant attention online through her YouTube channel and social media platforms, where she shares martial arts demonstrations, lifestyle content, and training videos. This multi-talented career spanning sports, entertainment, and digital media has established Julia Nagano as one of the most recognizable athlete-entertainers in modern Japanese media.
PROFILE / BASIC INFORMATION
Full Name : Julia Nagano (長野じゅりあ)
Native Name : Julia Nagano (長野じゅりあ), Nagano Juria (ながのじゅりあ)
Also Known As : Black Belt Angel (黒帯天使), Hiragana Juria (平仮名じゅりあ)
Nationality : Japanese
Ethnicity : Asian, Japanese
Profession : Actress, Martial Artist, Television Personality, YouTuber, Former Professional Wrestler, Nurse
Industry Category : Film Industry, Television Entertainment, Martial Arts Sports, Digital Media
Years Active : 2011 - 2013, 2020 - Present
Agency / Management : Asia Promotion (エイジアプロモーション)
Date of Birth : February 10, 1996
Age : 30 (as of 2026)
Birthplace : Shimane Prefecture, Japan
Current Residence : Tokyo, Japan
Height : 160 cm
Measurements : Bust 80 cm, Waist 60 cm, Hip 86 cm
Hair & Eye Color : Dark Brown Hair, Dark Brown Eyes
Zodiac Sign : Aquarius
Blood Type : B
LATEST NEWS
Latest News : Julia Nagano announced in 2024 that she would graduate from Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling in order to focus more on her acting career and media activities. Her decision marked a transition toward expanding her work in television dramas, action films, and digital media content.
She continues to grow her presence online through her martial arts themed YouTube channel and social media platforms, where fans follow her for training videos, lifestyle content, and behind-the-scenes glimpses of her acting projects.
CAREER
Career Overview : Julia Nagano began practicing karate at the age of five and quickly developed exceptional skill in the martial art. Her dedication led to numerous high placements in youth karate competitions, particularly in kata performance events.
Her early recognition as a talented young martial artist eventually opened opportunities in the entertainment industry. After passing a competitive audition among more than 600 applicants, she made her film debut in the action movie “Salvage Mice,” where she played a high school karate practitioner character.
Following her acting debut, Nagano appeared in various television productions, tokusatsu shows, and action-oriented projects that utilized her martial arts background. After temporarily stepping away from entertainment, she later returned while working professionally as a nurse, balancing both careers simultaneously.
Her popularity significantly increased through social media platforms such as TikTok and YouTube, where she gained attention as a “beautiful karate athlete.” Her martial arts demonstrations and fitness content attracted a large online audience.
Career & Achievements :
World Champion in the Shito-ryu Karate World Championship youth kata division
Successful transition from martial arts competition to acting and television
Rapid growth as a digital creator through YouTube and TikTok
Professional wrestling debut in Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling in 2022
Career Highlights :
2006 victory at the Shito-ryu Karate World Championship youth division
2011 film debut in the action movie Salvage Mice
2020 return to entertainment industry and expansion into social media
2022 professional wrestling debut at Ryogoku Kokugikan arena
2024 graduation from Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling to focus on acting
EARLY LIFE / BACKGROUND
Early Life : Julia Nagano was born in Shimane Prefecture, Japan. She began training in karate at the age of five, inspired by the discipline and competitive spirit of martial arts. Her early training focused on the Shito-ryu style of karate, a traditional Japanese martial art known for both powerful strikes and refined kata forms.
During her childhood she consistently ranked highly in national youth competitions, often winning awards for her kata performances. Her victory at the Shito-ryu Karate World Championship youth division established her reputation as a promising martial artist at a young age.
Her competitive background and athletic training would later become a defining element of her entertainment career, allowing her to perform authentic martial arts scenes in films and television productions.
Major : Nursing
Languages : Japanese
FILMOGRAPHY / WORKS / PUBLICATIONS
Filmography :
Salvage Mice (2011) – role of Mio Usaki
Hell’s Garden (地獄の花園) – 2021
First Mission – 2022
Ninja vs Shark – 2023
Shogun’s Ninja – 2025
Television Drama :
Akibaranger Episode 12 – 2012
Kikai Sentai Zenkaiger Episode 4 – 2021
Byoshitsu de Nenbutsu o Tonaenaide Kudasai – 2020
M: Ai Subeki Hito ga Ite – 2020
Konto ga Hajimaru – 2021
Sexy Tanaka-san – 2023
Magazine Features :
FLASH Magazine – 2021 swimsuit feature
Various Japanese entertainment magazines highlighting martial arts performers
Music Videos :
GRANRODEO – YWF
Kosuke Inaba – Chateau Blanc
SPORTS / PROFESSIONAL WRESTLING
Sports Discipline : Karate (Shito-ryu Style)
Rank : Second Dan Black Belt
Professional Wrestling Debut : March 19, 2022
Wrestling Promotion : Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling
Signature Moves : Spinning Kick, Flying Roundhouse Kick, Combination Strike Technique “Juria Ranbu”
Wrestling Career Highlights :
Professional debut at Ryogoku Kokugikan arena
First professional victory in tag team match at TDC Hall
Guest commentator during injury recovery period
Graduation from the promotion in April 2024
PUBLIC IMAGE / CULTURAL INFLUENCE
Public Image : Julia Nagano is widely admired for combining beauty, athletic ability, and intelligence. Her background as both a professional nurse and martial artist gives her a unique image compared with many entertainment personalities.
Visual Signature : Athletic physique, long dark hair, confident martial arts stance, energetic smile
Cultural Influence : Her popularity as a “beautiful karate athlete” on social media helped introduce martial arts to younger audiences. Many fans admire her for balancing professional careers in healthcare, sports, and entertainment simultaneously.
Fashion Style : Sporty athletic fashion, action heroine styling, casual Japanese streetwear
PERSONAL LIFE / HOBBIES / INTERESTS
Personal Life : Julia Nagano previously worked for several years as a nurse in a university hospital neurosurgery department while continuing entertainment activities. Later she transitioned to work at a cosmetic dermatology clinic while pursuing acting and media appearances.
Hobbies : Watching films, martial arts training, fitness workouts, exploring desserts and shaved ice cafes
Special Skills : Karate kata performance, high kicks, stunt action choreography
Languages : Japanese
Personal Interests : Health care, martial arts culture, film production, fitness training
TRIVIA / FUN FACTS / BEHIND-THE-SCENES
Fun Facts :
Her nickname “Black Belt Angel” comes from her combination of martial arts skills and gentle personality.
She began training in karate at only five years old.
She once competed against future Olympic karate athlete Kiyou Shimizu during junior competitions.
She created a separate Instagram account dedicated entirely to shaved ice desserts.
Behind-the-scenes notes : Directors often cast her in action-oriented roles because she can perform many fight scenes without stunt doubles.
Lesser-known details : She balanced a demanding hospital nursing career while continuing television appearances and martial arts training.
SNS / SOCIAL MEDIA / ONLINE PRESENCE
Official Website : Asia Promotion Official Talent Profile
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/juria_210
Instagram (Shaved Ice Account) : https://www.instagram.com/koori_juria
X (Twitter) : https://twitter.com/juria210
TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@juria96210
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@juriano-kuroobi-tenshi
Other Platforms : WRESTLE UNIVERSE appearances, Japanese TV variety show appearances