INTRODUCTION
Hashimoto Manami (橋本マナミ) is a Japanese actress, television personality, gravure model, and former beauty contest winner. Known for her elegant appearance, mature charm, and versatile career, she has remained one of Japan's most recognizable female celebrities for over two decades. From gravure magazines and television dramas to films and variety programs, she has successfully built a long-lasting career while evolving into a respected actress and media personality.
PROFILE / BASIC INFORMATION
Full Name : Manami Hosokawa (細川愛実)
Stage Name : Hashimoto Manami (橋本マナミ)
Former Stage Names : Manami Hashimoto (橋本愛実), Manami Hosokawa (細川愛実)
Also Known As : National Mistress, Japan's Mistress, Heisei Danchi Wife
Nationality : Japanese
Ethnicity : Japanese
Profession : Actress, Gravure Model, Model, TV Personality, Entertainer
Industry Category : Entertainment, Television, Film, Modeling
Years Active : 1997-Present
Date of Birth : August 8, 1984
Birthplace : Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan
Current Residence : Tokyo, Japan
Height : 168 cm
Weight : 54 kg
Measurements : 86-60-88 cm (34-24-35)
Blood Type : AB
Zodiac Sign : Leo
Hair & Eye Color : Dark Brown, Dark Brown
Education : Horikoshi High School
Agency / Management : Irving, Harmony Promotion (Business Partnership)
Debut : 1997, 7th All-Japan National Bishoujo Contest
CAREER
Hashimoto Manami entered the entertainment industry after winning the Acting Award at the 7th All-Japan National Bishoujo Contest in 1997. She originally debuted under her real name, Manami Hosokawa, before changing her stage name to Hashimoto Manami.
She first gained recognition as a gravure model before expanding into acting, television dramas, films, commercials, and variety shows. Her sophisticated image and elegant personality helped her become one of Japan's best-known gravure celebrities during the 2010s.
Career Highlights : Acting Award (All-Japan National Bishoujo Contest), Lead Actress in "Everyone's Getting Married", NHK Taiga Drama "Sanadamaru", Morning Drama "Manpuku", Japan Jewelry Best Dresser Award (2019)
Awards & Recognition : Acting Award (1997), Miura Jun Award (2014), Japan Jewelry Best Dresser Award (2019)
Notable Works : Sanadamaru, Manpuku, Doctor-X Special, Fable: The Killer Who Doesn't Kill, Masquerade Hotel, The Fable, Marriage Hunting Detective
FILMOGRAPHY / WORKS
Television : Sanadamaru, Manpuku, Mare, Doctor-X Special, Napoleon no Mura, Marriage Hunting Detective, Get Ready!, Honest Real Estate 2, Spring Has Come
Films : Everyone's Getting Married (segment), Masquerade Hotel, Hell Girl, The Fable: The Killer Who Doesn't Kill, Kizuna no Monogatari, Oshu Katsu
Gravure : More than 20 image DVDs, numerous digital photo books, Weekly Playboy, Weekly SPA!, Young Magazine, FLASH
Publications : Bun Bun Bum, Peach, Ai no Shizuku, MANAMI by KISHIN, Sessha, Time Stripper, Ryushutsu, #Bichobicho, Dakishimete in Hawaii
Magazine Features : Weekly Playboy, Weekly SPA!, FLASH, FRIDAY, Young Magazine, Sabra, GQ Japan
Brand Collaborations : Kirin, 360 Security, Bellagio Corporation, Kosuiso 328, Car Service Yamagata
TV / Media Appearances : Sunday Japon, Barairo Dandy, Minna no KEIBA, Leader's Golf, numerous NHK, TBS, Fuji TV, TV Asahi and TV Tokyo programs
PERSONAL LIFE / PUBLIC IMAGE
Hashimoto Manami is admired for balancing glamour with professionalism. Although she became famous for her gravure career, she has steadily expanded into serious acting and television hosting.
She married a physician in 2019 and is now the mother of two children while continuing her entertainment career.
Languages : Japanese
Hobbies : Golf, Traveling, Hot Springs, Cooking
Special Skills : Ocarina Performance
Fashion Style : Elegant, Feminine, Mature, Classic
Visual Signature : Long dark hair, graceful smile, sophisticated style
Public Image : Elegant Actress, Gravure Icon, Television Personality
Cultural Influence : One of Japan's most recognizable gravure celebrities who successfully transitioned into mainstream acting and television.
Fun Facts : Originally shy during childhood, won a national beauty contest at age 13, changed her stage name in 2012, believes switching to katakana improved her career luck.
Lesser-known Details : Worked part-time jobs during her early career, including catering and warehouse work before achieving mainstream success.
LATEST NEWS
Hashimoto Manami continues to appear in television dramas, variety programs, and films while balancing family life. Following the birth of her second child in 2024, she returned to entertainment activities and remains active in acting, television, and public appearances throughout 2025 and 2026.
SNS / SOCIAL MEDIA / ONLINE PRESENCE
Official Website : https://www.irving.co.jp/talents/manami-hashimoto/
Official Blog : https://ameblo.jp/hashimotomanami/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/manami84808/
X (Twitter) : https://x.com/manami84808
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=橋本マナミ
TikTok : No Official Account Confirmed
Other Platforms : TVer, NHK Plus, Amazon Prime Video, Hulu Japan, Paravi, FOD