Saeko, also known as Saeko Dokyu, is a Japanese actress and model. She was born on November 16, 1986, in Miyazaki, Japan, and made her acting debut in 2004. Since then, she has appeared in a wide variety of films and television dramas, including “5→9 From Five to Nine” (2021).

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At twenty-eight, Junko Sakuraba (Satomi Ishihara) dreams of living and working in New York City but is stuck teaching English. While disappointed by her unfulfilled aspirations and lack of romantic experience, she attends a funeral where she meets Takane Hoshikawa (Tomohisa Yamashita), a handsome monk. After accidentally knocking a bowl of ash onto him during the service, Junko is mortified. Her embarrassment deepens when she is tricked into a matchmaking session and discovers Takane is the other party. Their unexpected encounters raise questions about whether their relationship is coincidental or destined. Adapted from the manga series by Miki Aihara, 5→9 From Five to Nine is a 2015 Japanese romantic comedy drama directed by Shin Hirano, Hideyuki Aizawa, and Masaki Tanimura.

5→9 From Five to Nine

⏰ From 5→9 Straight to Burnout

Nana "Hachi" Komatsu (Aoi Miyazaki) and Nana Osaki (Mika Nakashima) meet on a train to Tokyo, forming an instant connection despite their different dreams. Hachi hopes to start a new life with her boyfriend Shoji Endo (Yuta Hiraoka), while Nana aims to break into the rock music scene. After unexpectedly reuniting while apartment hunting, they decide to become roommates. As they navigate the challenges of city life, their friendship becomes a source of mutual support and strength. Each struggles to achieve her personal goals, facing the harsh realities of pursuing dreams in Tokyo. Their bond deepens as they share their hopes, fears, and experiences in the bustling metropolis. This is a 2005 Japanese drama film based on the manga by Ai Yazawa, directed by Kentaro Otani.

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