Ayako Kato

Writing

Ayako Kato

Born October 26, 1971 · Kanagawa, Japan (age 54)

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Known For

Hello, GoodbyeHello, Goodbye · 2017
Hello, Goodbye
7.02017
MovieDrama
Hazuki and Aoi are classmates but their relationship outside class is fraught, and outside school non-existent. But when both girls are drawn to helping an elderly woman, they're forced to interact, confronting their differences and similarities as well as their deepest secrets.
Wadaiko GirlsWadaiko Girls · 2021
Wadaiko Girls
7.22021
MovieDramaMusic
Tamaki got disheartened when she was sent to the Percussion Division of her catholic Music School. There she overheard a Girl playing Wadaiko Drums. She was instantly captivated. So she decides to try playing them seriously.
Hitsudan HostessHitsudan Hostess · 2010
Hitsudan Hostess
8.02010
MovieDramaTV Movie
The story is based on the bestselling autobiography of 25-year-old Rie Saito, who became a number-one hostess in Ginza despite being deaf. "Hitsudan Hostess" was published by Kobunsha this past May, and so far it has sold roughly 115,000 copies. The book depicts the life of Saito, who was born in Aomori and became deaf at the age of 1 due to an illness. She rebelled against her strict parents, and she ran away from home several times as a youth. At a local club, she began taking an interest in "hitsudan" (communicating through writing), which she later made use of when she moved to Tokyo and became a popular hostess at a Ginza club. --Tokyograph
ChihayafuruChihayafuru · 2011
Chihayafuru
7.62011
SeriesAnimationDrama
Chihaya Ayase has spent most of her life supporting her sister’s model career. When she meets a boy named Arata Wataya, he thinks Chihaya has potential to become a great karuta player. As Chihaya dreams of becoming Japan's best karuta player, she is soon separated from her karuta playing friends. Now in high school, Chihaya still plays karuta in the hope that she will one day meet her friends again.
Until I Destroyed My Husband's Other FamilyUntil I Destroyed My Husband's Other Family · 2024
Until I Destroyed My Husband's Other Family
6.02024
SeriesDrama
Kisaragi Minori, who thought she had a happy family with her pure love since they were students and was married to her husband Yudai, was blessed with children, but the story begins when she finds out that her husband Yudai has been cheating on her for 15 years. Minori, who has vowed to take revenge on Yudai, who has another family, and on his lover, Riko Miyake, plots her revenge using Riko's son, Wataru.
Transit GirlsTransit Girls · 2015
Transit Girls
6.92015
SeriesDrama
High School student Sayuri is falling in love with Yui, the daughter of her father's fiancee.
Kids on the SlopeKids on the Slope · 2012
Kids on the Slope
7.72012
SeriesAnimationDrama
Two different students - a successful but aloof academic and a rebellious but kindhearted delinquent - form a friendship through their love for music.
Neo Ultra QNeo Ultra Q · 2013
Neo Ultra Q
9.22013
SeriesMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy
Ultra Q has returned, and continues investigations of monstrous appearances and strange ecological phenomenons.

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Whether or NotWhether or Not · 2025
Whether or Not
2025
SeriesDrama
A routine medical checkup turns Sui Mono's life upside-down when she's diagnosed with infertility, leading to her boyfriend of seven years breaking up with her. Soon after, Sui sees him flirting with another female coworker and rumors of her health issues spread throughout the company, resulting in her resignation. Hoping to lift her spirits, Sui's friend introduces her to Mao Tsukidome, a handsome younger man. Mao is kind and gentle, expressing concern for Sui when her self-esteem is at its lowest. He successfully brings Sui out of her sorrows, and Sui's ready to move on with her life. But when she starts a new job and moves into her new housing, she's shocked to find that Mao is her new neighbor. Will Sui end up with a fresh start in both life and love?

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