Mayuko Takata (高田万由子 Takata Mayuko, born January 5, 1971) is a Japanese actress, best known for her ongoing appearance in the TV show Iron Chef.

She was born in Tokyo, Japan. Her blood type is Type A. Her husband is Japanese violinist Taro Hakase.

Iron Chef

Takata's role in the series was limited to commentator, and judge. She has no culinary training. She appeared in the show well dressed and of cheerful disposition. Her culinary commentary frequently focused on the overall taste of the dishes.

Education

• April 1977 to 1990: Shirayuri Gakuen, a Catholic school for girls in Japan, with an emphasis on English language;
• April 1987 (likely a component of study abroad program, at Gakuen): Institut Le Rose in Switzerland (The Swiss Confederation), a very expensive boarding house in Switzerland in which Takata would have been in the company of princesses, heiresses, and the children of very powerful individuals;
• April 1990 to March 1994: University of Tokyo - BA, focusing on Western History.

Language Abilities

She is fluent in Japanese and conversant in French.

Media Career

• Movies: Goto Shi Kabushiki Kaisha' (Japan, 1993). She also appeared in the sequel to this work;
• Radio: Yokohama City File (1993-1995 Japan);
• Written Works: Published or participated in the publication of over ten books;
• Commercials Work: was cast in commercials for three entities (one of them, a food oriented entity);
• Stage Work: Three stage presented titles.

Political Appointment

Takata was appointed as Goodwill Ambassador to the Nation of France.

External links

• profile at Ken-on (her talent agency, in Japanese)
• JMDb profile (in Japanese)

Japanese actors | 1971 births | Living people | People from Tokyo | 高田万由子