Erika Sawajiri

Biography

Erika Sawajiri is a Japanese actress, singer, and model. She was born on **April 8, 1986**, in Tokyo, Japan. Her father was Japanese, and her mother is of Algerian Kabyle origin who was raised in France. She began her career as a model before becoming an actress in the early 2000s. Erika became famous for her role as Aya Ikeuchi in the television drama **1 Litre of Tears** (2005), which earned her great praise for her emotional performance. She also starred in films such as **Shinobi: Heart Under Blade**, **Helter Skelter**, and the drama **Taiyō no Uta**. Through *Taiyō no Uta*, she started a music career and released several successful songs under the names **Kaoru Amane** and **Erika**. Throughout her career, Erika received several acting awards and became one of Japan's most popular actresses. Although her career was affected by personal controversies and legal issues, she later returned to acting and continues to work in the entertainment industry. Today, Erika Sawajiri is recognized for her talent, versatility, and memorable performances in Japanese television and cinema.

Filmografi

Helter Skelter2012 · LilicoShinobi: Heart Under Blade2005 · HotarubiNo Longer Human2019 · Shizuko Ota#Spread2026 · The Chain of Roses2026 · We Shall Overcome Someday2005 · Kyung-ja LeeImpossibility Defense2018 · Tomoko TadaShinjuku Swan II2017 · The Winds of God2005 · Ashura2005 · YachiShinjuku Swan2015 · AgehaGhost Train2006 · Nana KimuraEating Women2018 · Keiko KomugitaClock Store's Girl2013 · Miyahara RyoAngel's Egg2006 · Natsuki SaitoMillion Dollar Man2018 · TowakoThe Letters2006 · Yumiko ShiraiClosed Note2007 · Kae Horii1 Litre Of Tears SP2007 · Aya IkeuchiŌoku2016 · The Cat in Their Arms2018 · Saori Oishi悪女について2012 · Tomikoji Kimiko/Suzuki KimikoMondai no Nai Watashitachi2004 · Maki ShintaniSugar & Spice2006 · Noriko Watanabe