Who is Reiko Asakawa in Ring?

Investigative journalist who uncovers a cursed videotape to save her son.

Who plays Reiko Asakawa in Ring?

Reiko Asakawa is played by Nanako Matsushima.

Reiko Asakawa's abilities include investigation, journalism, research, crisis management.

Reiko Asakawa has 2 mapped relationships in Ring. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Reiko Asakawa — Narrative Investigative Connection — Shizuko Yamamura (Masako)
Reiko's investigation uncovers Shizuko's history and its connection to the curse.

While investigating the cursed videotape, Reiko Asakawa travels to learn about Shizuko Yamamura and reconstructs the events surrounding her psychic ab...
Reiko Asakawa — Narrative Investigative Subject — Dr. Heihachiro Ikuma (Daisuke Ban)
Ikuma becomes a central subject in Reiko's reconstruction of the curse's origin.

Reiko's investigation into Shizuko's past leads her to the public demonstration organized by Dr. Heihachiro Ikuma and to the circumstances surrounding...