Misa Shimizu

is a Japanese actress. She made her screen debut by winning the heroine audition for 1987 film ''Shōnan Bōsōzoku''. She starred in NHK's morning drama series ''Seishun Kazoku'' in 1989. She portrayed Keiko, the female protagonist, in Palme d'Or winning ''The Eel'' directed by Shohei Imamura. She also makes regular appearances in Masayuki Suo's films. She won the award for best actress at the 17th Hochi Film Award for ''Okoge'', ''Sumo Do, Sumo Don't'', ''Future Memories: Last Christmas''. Provided by Wikipedia