Movies:
* Shogun (1980): She played the role of Mariko, a young woman who becomes the lover of the British protagonist, John Blackthorne. This role garnered her international recognition.
* The Year of the Dragon (1985): She starred opposite Mickey Rourke as the love interest, Tracy Tzu.
* The Last Emperor (1987): She played the role of Wanrong, the last empress of China. This film won nine Academy Awards.
* The Sun Also Rises (1984): She played the role of Brett Ashley, the attractive and enigmatic character in the film adaptation of Ernest Hemingway's novel.
* The Hunted (1986): She played the role of Anya, a mysterious woman in the film, starring Charles Bronson.
Television:
* The Adventures of Brisco County Jr. (1993-1994): She played the role of "The Widow," a recurring character who was both a skilled fighter and an alluring femme fatale.
* Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993-1997): She had a guest-starring role in the episode "The Shadow of the Dragon."
* The Equalizer (1985-1989): She had a guest-starring role in the episode "The China Syndrome" and played the role of a Chinese woman who is being hunted by the Triads.
* Walker, Texas Ranger (1993-2001): She appeared in the episode "The China Doll."
Other Notable Roles:
* The Master of Disguise (2002): She had a small role in the comedy film directed by and starring Dana Carvey.
This is not an exhaustive list, but it encompasses some of her most prominent roles. Makiko Kuno has had a diverse career spanning various film and television projects.