Haruka Ayase, real name Aya Tademaru, born March 24, 1985 in Asaminami, Hiroshima Prefecture is a Japanese actress and singer. In 2000, she won the 25th HORIPRO Talent Scout Caravan Grand Prix where she was given her stage name. Haruka Ayase, real name Aya Tademaru, born March 24, 1985 in Asaminami, Hiroshima Prefecture is a Japanese actress and singer. In 2000, she won the 25th HORIPRO Talent Scout Caravan Grand Prix where she was given her stage name.