Ranking of "Female Actors Who Could Give Profound Advice to New Employees" as Chosen by 689 Office Workers | Yuki Amami Takes 1st Place! Sayuri Yoshinaga and Keiko Kitagawa Also Rank High

The business matching site "Hikaku Biz," operated by Ones Mind Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Tetsuya Oike), has conducted a survey on "female actors who could give profound advice to new employees" and compiled the results into a ranking.

In this survey, we investigated which female actors are perceived as being able to "give profound advice that would be useful for future professional life to new employees."

Respondents were asked to list their top three choices, and points were awarded based on the ranking (1st place = 3 points, 2nd place = 2 points, 3rd place = 1 point) to calculate the results.

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Survey Overview Survey Content: Survey regarding female actors who could give profound advice to new employees Survey Period: February 27, 2026 Survey Institution: In-house research Survey Method: Conducted using an online survey tool Survey Subjects: Office workers (full-time, contract, temporary employees) and business owners/executives Response Format: Free-form entry for 1st to 3rd place, points awarded by rank to create a ranking Number of Valid Respondents: 689 people Valid Response Criteria: - Only counted as a valid respondent if a subject was provided for 1st place. - 2nd and 3rd place entries were only counted if the respondent was valid; blank or "none" entries were treated as 0 points. - Point allocation: 1st place = 3pts, 2nd place = 2pts, 3rd place = 1pt

1st Place: Yuki Amami (982 points) Comments from those who chose Yuki Amami: - Coming from the Takarazuka Revue, where the hierarchy is strict, her words would likely resonate with new employees. (Female, 30s) - There is a sense of trust that she would make "strict but accurate judgments," and she seems capable of giving profound advice on the resolve required as a professional and how to conduct oneself. (Female, 50s) - She is cool even from a woman's perspective. I feel she lives a life that serves as a model. (Female, 50s) - I think she would skillfully share her own experiences in a persuasive way. (Male, 60s) - Her approach to work is clear, and she is the type who could give advice that makes new employees straighten their posture. (Female, 30s)

Yuki Amami took the proud 1st place. High trust was placed in her experience with the Takarazuka Revue and the career she has built as an actor. Many noted that her opinions and advice are persuasive, and she would likely encourage new employees with powerful messages.

2nd Place: Sayuri Yoshinaga (130 points) Comments from those who chose Sayuri Yoshinaga: - She seems like she could talk about the power of persistence and a life of dignity, backed by her long career. (Male, 60s) - Because listeners would likely feel comfortable being honest with her. (Female, 60s) - No matter what she says, it would be sincere and I would be drawn in. I think her career is different from others. (Female, 60s) - A great actress who has remained at the forefront for many years. She could give profound advice on themes like "the importance of accumulation," such as the power to continue, professional attitude, and thoughts on social contribution. (Male, 40s) - She is erudite, and her calm way of speaking gives hope. (Male, 60s)

Sayuri Yoshinaga was chosen for 2nd place. Attention was drawn to her long career in the entertainment industry and her dignified, calm demeanor. New employees would likely be drawn into her insightful words regarding the secrets to her longevity and her professional dedication.

3rd Place: Keiko Kitagawa (117 points) Comments from those who chose Keiko Kitagawa: - She balances work and child-rearing and has support from her husband, so she seems like a good reference for modern work styles. (Female, 40s) - She has an image of being highly educated, so she seems like she could speak from various perspectives. (Female, 50s) - She often plays roles where she is in a position of authority, so she could speak from that experience. (Male, 40s) - Because she has experience in many different genres of work. (Female, 60s)

Keiko Kitagawa was chosen for 3rd place. Respondents noted that her experience in balancing work and family after childbirth and child-rearing would allow her to send messages focused on the future. As she is also known for being a hard worker, her mindset toward work should also serve as a good reference.

4th Place: Haruka Ayase (107 points) Comments from those who chose Haruka Ayase: - Having played various roles as an actor, she seems to have many drawers of experience in terms of personality as well. (Female, 50s) - She does not give up on her career easily. (Male, 50s) - Because she is approachable and seems easy to talk to. She would likely answer questions earnestly. (Female, 20s) - She seems like she could specifically talk about a life full of changes and turbulence. (Male, 50s)

Haruka Ayase was chosen for 4th place. She gained support for her experience as an actor playing diverse roles and her cheerful, approachable personality. Since she once considered retiring at 30, she could likely advise new employees on how to overcome difficulties.

5th Place: Masami Nagasawa (94 points) Comments from those who chose Masami Nagasawa: - She has an attitude of challenging herself to learn and experience things, such as learning Chinese or taking on extreme roles on stage. She seems to have a solid core within herself. (Female, 30s) - She is close in age to young people, yet seems to have a wealth of life experience, so she could give good advice. (Female, 50s) - Because she has been active for a long time as a mainstream actor. (Male, 40s) - She has intelligence. (Male, 30s)

5th place is Masami Nagasawa. She received many votes for her inner strength in fearlessly diving into unknown territories, such as the filming she undertook after studying Chinese for nine hours a day, or her stage experiences in alluring costumes. She would likely support new employees in their challenges within a new environment.

Results from 6th to 19th place: 6th: Tetsuko Kuroyanagi 7th: Ryoko Yonekura 8th: Nanako Matsushima 9th: Satomi Ishihara 10th: Mana Ashida 11th: Yui Aragaki 12th: Yuriko Ishida (tie) 12th: Mao Daichi (tie) 14th: Kanna Hashimoto 15th: Miki Maya 16th: Yasuko Sawaguchi 17th: Yo Yoshida 18th: An MIKA (tie) 18th: Suzu Hirose (tie) 19th: Aya Ueto

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