In 1969 she appeared in "Nihon Zankyoden", one of a series of films directed by Masahiro Makino, who recognized her acting ability and gave her the stage name of Meiko Kaji.
She appeared in "Nihon Zankyoden", one of a series of films. This was in 1969. These films were directed by Masahiro Makino. Masahiro Makino recognized her acting ability. Masahiro Makino gave her the stage name of Meiko Kaji.