On July 12, 1995, a bright-eyed girl was born in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Thirteen years later, this girl experienced a pure and transparent first love, giving away her precious virginity. On her innocent journey through love, she wandered between "boy-girl" and "girl-girl" relationships until adulthood, when she finally clarified her orientation and fearlessly embraced her true self on the "girl-girl" path.
With her straightforward personality, she boldly came out to the world about her unconventional sexual orientation, facing public judgment head-on. This candid nature earned her a unique title: "Out Lesbian JAV Actress." To fulfill her dream of performing authentic lesbian AV as a genuine lesbian, she quit her job as a photography assistant and entered the adult industry, continuing to thrive today. She also uses her influence to encourage more LGBTQ+ individuals to bravely embrace their sexuality with the right mindset. While she may not be the first lesbian actress in JAV, Sora Shiina (椎名そら / Shiina Sora) is undoubtedly the first to openly identify as lesbian.
The First Openly Lesbian JAV Actress
Among countless JAV themes, "lesbian" content is particularly popular. Compared to intense heterosexual scenes, many viewers prefer the sensual "girl-on-girl" action. However, most are just performances—few actresses are genuinely lesbian. Sora Shiina, however, is authentically lesbian and even starred in videos with her ex-girlfriend Eriko Katagiri, blending real passion with professional performance!
Her frank personality shines through in interviews: "I used to think being gay was shameful or wrong, but in high school, my views changed. If you love someone, you love them—love exists between same-sex couples too." She dreams of becoming a counselor after retiring to help others accept their orientation positively. Her bold, love-without-regret attitude deserves respect, especially given the greater challenges same-sex couples face.
Sora realized her attraction to women during her first love, initially thinking she was bisexual until age 18. Playfully, she admits being drawn to women's soft breasts. When asked if she prefers sex with men or women, she instantly chooses women: "I enjoy girl-on-girl more—it's softer and more comfortable. I'm a dominant bottom; I love taking the lead."
Her lesbian identity was a key reason for entering JAV. Previously a photography assistant, she watched lesbian-themed videos and realized most actresses were acting. This sparked her curiosity: "What if a real lesbian like me starred in them?" Driven by that thought, she proactively applied and debuted.
(After discovering most lesbian JAV actresses were not genuinely lesbian, Sora Shiina decided to try authentic girl-on-girl scenes herself. She publicly came out post-debut, becoming the industry's first openly lesbian performer.)
A First Experience That Shattered Expectations
During the TRE Taipei Adult Expo, Sora Shiina revealed her first sexual experience—with her first girlfriend, a kindergarten teacher! (Not her own teacher, just the girlfriend's profession.) Shockingly, it happened at age 13.
At 13, most were playing sports after school, but Sora was already exploring intimacy. She considers this girlfriend her "first." However, the memory isn't fond: "It hurt a lot, felt uncomfortable, and becoming an 'adult' that moment was terrifying."
(Sora describes her first experience at 13 as painful, uncomfortable, and scary.)
Entering JAV for Authentic Girl-on-Girl Scenes
Despite her short-haired, androgynous handsome style and desire for lesbian roles, Sora's debut featured a male actor—marketed as a "band vocalist" (which she clarifies was packaging; she just loves karaoke). She had promised ex-girlfriend Eriko Katagiri (then Nanako Tsukishima) to debut together in lesbian videos, but started with standard content.
She was extremely nervous: "I don't remember much except drinking tons of Red Bull." After several works and adjusting, she finally co-starred with her girlfriend in authentic lesbian titles. Filming girl-on-girl as a real lesbian wasn't easy: "AV isn't just sex—you must convey eroticism to viewers. Two women have limitations, and I'm not great at expressing emotions, so I worked hard to appear more lewd."
(Sora dreamed of lesbian scenes but debuted with men; later starred in multiple authentic girl-on-girl works with then-girlfriend Eriko Katagiri.)
An Actress with More Female Fans Than Male
From photography assistant to famous JAV actress, her family's reaction mirrored many: initial shock, then strong support. Her mother cried upon hearing the news but eventually accepted and cheered her on.
Like Tsumugi Akari, Sora is an otaku who spends free time chasing idols and attending meetups. Her stylish, cute appearance led some to say she could be an idol, but she laughs: "I'm too lewd—I love breasts! So JAV suits me." Yet she's idol-level in popularity.
As a former fangirl, she understands fans deeply: "I know what supporters want. I try to remember every fan's name at events." Uniquely, over half her fans are women—many attend with girlfriends or find partners post-event, proudly turning into lesbian couples.
(Sora's mother cried but later supported her career. Unlike most actresses, most fans are women—many find girlfriends through her events.)
Turned a Straight Woman Gay—And She Loved It
With her sweet face and dominant style in girl-on-girl scenes, Sora once used charm and massage skills to turn a woman with a boyfriend lesbian. The woman raved: "It was incredibly comfortable—better than with my boyfriend. I want more!"
Though she planned lesbian debuts, Sora has worked with men but prefers women: "Female skin is softer and more comfortable." She's attracted to beautiful, tall older women.
(Sora turned a straight woman lesbian via massage and admits being drawn to beautiful big sisters.)
Recommended Works
AVOP-272 Bibians Magical Real Lesbian Pickup Nationwide Tour 2016!! Real Lesbian Couple Nanako Tsukishima and Sora Shiina Challenge Japan's 5 Major Cities on a 4-Night 5-Day Hot Lesbian Road Trip Seducing Straight Amateurs!!
SSNI-498 S1×MOODYZ Collaboration: Nene Yoshitaka Lesbian Debut – Passionate Orgasmic Lesbian SEX Covered in Kisses – Nene Yoshitaka & Sora Shiina
NNPJ-117 The Amateur Band Vocalist Was So Cute... We Picked Her Up, Dated, Secretly Filmed SEX, Convinced Her to Release It, and Got Her JAV Debut! Sora Shiina
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sora Shiina
1. Is Sora Shiina really lesbian?
Yes—Sora Shiina is openly lesbian and the first JAV actress to publicly identify as such. She has dated women, including co-starring with ex-girlfriend Eriko Katagiri in authentic lesbian titles.
2. Why did Sora Shiina enter the JAV industry?
To create genuine lesbian AV content. Disappointed that most girl-on-girl scenes were acted, she wanted to show real lesbian passion and chemistry.
3. Does Sora Shiina only do lesbian videos?
No—she has worked with male actors but strongly prefers and excels in girl-on-girl scenes, describing them as softer and more pleasurable.
4. How do fans react to Sora Shiina's openness?
Positively—over half her fans are women, many attending events with girlfriends or finding partners afterward, inspired by her courage.
5. What are Sora Shiina's future plans?
After retiring from JAV, she aims to become a counselor helping LGBTQ+ individuals accept and embrace their sexual orientation confidently.
