Mana Sakura 纱仓まな

Mana Sakura (纱仓まな、まなてぃー、中山かのこ, born March 23, 1993) is a Japanese actress, writer, singer, and media personality from Chiba Prefecture. A graduate of Kisarazu Institute of Technology with a major in Environmental and Urban Engineering, she is noted for her intellect, creativity, and expressive performance range. Her stage name was inspired by contemporaries Maya Sakura and Mana Ashida. Making her debut in February 2012, Mana quickly became a prominent figure in Japan’s entertainment sphere, topping early popularity rankings and garnering multiple awards such as six categories at the 2012 SOD Grand Prize and newcomer recognition in broadcasting and magazine awards the following year. Since 2015, she has established herself as a columnist and author with several serialized essays that discuss culture, perception, and identity. Outside her professional work, Mana enjoys industrial site observation, surveying, and studying English and German. Combining technical curiosity with artistic sensitivity, Mana Sakura represents one of Japan’s most multifaceted modern entertainers—balancing intellect, creativity, and heartfelt authenticity.