Kasumi Arimura

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Characters played by Kasumi Arimura

Marnie — When Marnie Was There (2014)

A blonde-haired girl Anna meets at an abandoned mansion. She shares secrets about her lonely childhood and bullying, eventually revealed to be Anna's great-grandmother whose story provides Anna with identity closure.

Tomoe Yukishiro — Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning (2021)

Kenshin's first wife whose tragic death deeply shapes his vow to never kill again.

Tomoe Yukishiro — Rurouni Kenshin: The Final (2021)

Kenshin's first wife, her tragic death shapes his vow never to kill again.

Chihiro — Call Me Chihiro (2023)

Chihiro is the cheerful bento-shop worker and the film’s central figure. Open about her past as a sex worker, she welcomes isolated people, supports Makoto Satake, Tae, and Basil, and remains distant from her family after her mother’s death, offering others a temporary safe place.

Saeko Sugawara — Beyond Goodbye (2024)

Protagonist working at a coffee company in Hokkaido. She falls in love with Yusuke through their shared passion for coffee. After Yusuke tragically dies protecting her in a traffic accident, she struggles to cope with her loss until she encounters Kazumasa, who bears a striking resemblance to her late boyfriend.

Oto Sugihara — Love That Makes You Cry (2016)

A young woman raised by adoptive parents in Hokkaido who maintains an optimistic attitude despite giving up on big dreams. She faces an arranged marriage to a wealthy man to settle her family's debt, prompting her to move to Tokyo with Ren to change her fate, though they get separated upon arrival.

Hiromi Hayakari — I Am a Hero (2016)

A kind and supportive neighbor who befriends the introverted Hideo. She provides emotional grounding, practical assistance, and a sense of normalcy during the early stages of the outbreak.

Kyoko Koda — March Comes In Like a Lion (2017)

A member of Rei's former family who expresses deep resentment toward shogi, bitterly suggesting that it brought unhappiness to their household. Her words confront Rei with the emotional cost of his ambition as he considers leaving school to become stronger, highlighting the painful divide between his commitment to the game and his past.

Kinu Hachiya — We Made a Beautiful Bouquet (2021)

Kinu Hachiya is a 21-year-old college student and food blogger whose curiosity makes ordinary discoveries exciting. She falls in love with Mugi Yamane, struggles through repeated job interviews, and later finds employment. As Mugi's work changes their life together, she recognizes that their five-year relationship has become routine and joins him in choosing a grateful farewell.

Ruri Masaki — Phases of the Moon (2022)

Ruri Masaki is a woman whose departure causes Ryunosuke Masaki’s personal and professional collapse. Her past relationship with Akihiko Misumi is remembered through courtship, fear, films, and an unsettling twilight encounter, while her identity later becomes mysteriously linked to Osanai Ruri.

Aoi Kiryu — Fortuna's Eye (2019)

Aoi Kiryu meets Shinichiro Kiyama at a cafe, where his actions persuade her to abandon her usual route and unintentionally save her from a factory explosion. After discovering what happened, she thanks him, becomes close to him, gives meaning to his ability, and later faces danger on an excursion train.

Mayo Kamio — Black Showman (2025)

Mayo Kamio is Takeshi Kamio's niece. After someone kills her father, she teams up with Takeshi and works hard to solve the murder. Her determination to uncover what happened drives her role in the investigation, while Takeshi's unusual skills and sharp powers of observation make him her partner in pursuing the case.

Career Overview

Kasumi Arimura has 67 screen credits in a career dating back to 2010. Their work spans 6 cinematic universes — most prominently SPEC Collection with 4 titles. Signature works include Amachan, When Marnie Was There, Rurouni Kenshin: The Beginning. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
67
Birth Date
1993-02-13
Birth Place
Itami, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan

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Universe traveler — spans 6 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q871576), public domain (CC0).