Sumire

Beyond the Pines: What work or pleasure projects are you working on right now that you’re excited about?

Sumire: Right now I’m focusing on my baby boy but I am working on a mental health project with some girlfriends trying to bring more awareness in Japan. I’m also auditioning for some cool projects in the U.S. as well.

Beyond the Pines: What’s been your proudest achievement thus far?

Sumire: My proudest moment was probably doing my film “The Shack” in America. And of course, giving birth to my beautiful baby boy last year!

Beyond the Pines: Who have been the greatest teachers in your life?

Sumire: I’ve had some amazing teachers in my life, in school, outside of school, but I have to say that my mom was the greatest teacher I’ve had ever. She taught me all I know, to be gracious and respect others, and to truly trust myself.

Beyond the Pines: What have your life lessons taught you?

Sumire: My life lessons have taught me to take everything with a grain of salt, and to not take everything so seriously all the time. They also taught me that everything happens for a reason and so I try to trust that whatever happens I will be okay and get through anything that comes my way.

Beyond the Pines: We appreciate the work you’ve done on addressing mental health. When you’re experiencing the ups and downs, do you have any advice for our readers on dealing with the downs and how to get back up again?

Sumire: When I’m feeling down, I just try to meditate and work out or take care of myself by taking a nice long bath or getting a massage. If it’s really bad I call family and friends and try to get together with people because not feeling alone is really nice during tough times. I also like to eat yummy foods that I love, and go to karaoke and sing my heart out!

Beyond the Pines: Any additional bit of Sumire you’d like to share with the world more.

Sumire: I’m just your average Japanese American gal living in Tokyo, but I really hope that once I make it big, that I can change the world. Even if it’s by saving one life, I would give anything to do that. God bless!