Kojika Jun, the impressive protagonist in the popular Japanese
TV series Moero Attack (also known as Women Players of
Volleyball) has influenced the growth of several Chinese
generations and left them many fond memories.
Yumiko Araki, who played the role, is in town and has been
invited to record an episode of the local TV program Old Dreams
Re-Flashed, which showcases moments in classic TV series and
stories behind the scenes.
Now, 48-year-old Araki enjoys a happy family life with her
musician husband and their talented 23-year-old son who wants to
become an artist.
Japanese actress Yumiko
Araki speaks while taping a talk show for Shanghai Oriental
Television on Wednesday, January 30, 2008. (photo:
sina.com)
"The secret to happiness is love and appreciation of everything
that comes to you," she said. "The character's perseverance and
hard working spirit had also inspired me in the past decades."
Araki shares her feelings about life with local TV fans in the
episode to be aired on Dragon TV on February 10.
The series was the inspiring dream-come-true story of a girl who
struggles to become a talented volleyball player.
When it was screened in China in 1983, her sweet smile and
volleyball skills made the character an idol for numerous young
people.
Araki is now engaged in promoting her latest autobiography
around Japan. She is also looking forward to visiting Beijing in
summer for the Olympic Games.
(Shanghai Daily February 2, 2008)
