Mirai Shida, born on May 10, 1993, in Ayase, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, is a prominent actress known for her diverse work in Japanese film and television. A graduate of the well-regarded Horikoshi High School, Shida began her career in entertainment at a young age. Her zodiac sign is Taurus, and she has blood type AB+. With a height of 150 cm, Mirai is represented by the talent agency Ken-On.

Breakthrough Role in "The Queen’s Classroom"

Mirai Shida gained widespread recognition for her compelling portrayal of Kazumi Kanda in the critically acclaimed TV drama The Queen’s Classroom (2005). Her performance in the series, which aired when she was just 12 years old, marked a turning point in her career and established her as one of Japan's most promising young actresses.

Acting Career and Notable Works

Shida's acting debut came in 2000 with the television drama Eien no ½. She continued to build her resume by appearing in a number of television dramas and films throughout the early 2000s. In 2003, she acted in Scary True Stories Spring and Kamen Rider 555: Paradise Lost. Her filmography expanded in 2004 with River of First Love.

Between 2005 and 2006, Shida featured in multiple successful projects, including The Queen's Classroom, Tantei Gakuen Q Special, Sapuri, and 14-sai no Haha. The latter, translated as 14-Year-Old Mother, further demonstrated her emotional range and acting depth, earning her critical acclaim.

In 2007, she appeared in dramas such as Dream Again, Tantei Gakuen Q, and Watashitachi no Kyokasho. Her career continued to flourish with roles in 2008’s Kabei: Our Mother and the TV drama Seigi no Mikata. More recently, she appeared as herself in the comedy ensemble drama By Players.