Yuko Takeuchi

Japanese actress Yuko Takeuchi found dead at 40

 

Police have launched an investigation and suspect the mother of two took her own life, media reports say.

She is said to have been found by her actor husband Taiki Nakabayashi at their home in Shibuya Ward. Her death was confirmed at hospital.

Ms Takeuchi was a popular actress in Japan, having appeared in many films and TV series during her career.

In a statement her talent agency, Stardust Promotion, said it was "stunned and saddened by the news".