First cut her clowning teeth touring with the world-famous Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus. She later made her mark on the East Coast stage scene, including The Play That Goes Wrong and her award-winning portrayal of Snoopy in A Charlie Brown Christmas.

Her performing highlights include the spectacular Spiegeltent show Teatro ZinZanni in Chicago, appeared another circus and variety show After Dark as comic relief in Atlanta.
And appeared clown cabaret at Montreal Clown Festival.

In Japan, Mariko has also performed with leading orchestras, including the Tokyo Philharmonic and Hiroshima Philharmonic.

In New York, she performs circus, variety and comedy show scene, Mariko’s work spans world-class stages and healthcare clowning, dedicated to human connection.

Passionate about connecting with audiences of all ages, she brings technical mastery, physicality, and a playful spirit to every performance.