Isayama Hiroko, a Japanese actress and writer born in Fukuoka, Japan, graduated from Fukuoka Jogakuin High School before pursuing a career in acting. Moving to Tokyo in 1971, she trained at the Actor's Studio attached training institute and made her film debut in 1972 with "Play of White Fingers" (白い指の戯れ). Initially known for her work in Nikkatsu's Roman Porno genre, Isayama Hiroko later expanded into mainstream films. Since the 1980s, she has also engaged in writing essays and novels. After a 14-year hiatus from publishing, she returned with "Umi to Kawa no Nioi" ("The Scent of the Sea and River") on June 15, 2010. (Source: MyDramaList) Watch drama online for free.