Erika Sawajiri
Known for Acting · 45 credits
- Born
- 1986-04-08 (age 40)
- Place of birth
- Nerima, Tokyo, Japan
- Also known as
- اریکا سواجری
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.
Known For
TV Shows (13)
1 Litre of Tears
2005
as Aya Ikeuchi
A Song to the Sun
2006
as Kaoru Amane
Hotman
2003
as Satsuki Akikawa
First Class
2014
as Chinami Yoshinari
The Great White Tower
2019
as Keiko Hanamori
Hagetaka
2018
as Takako Matsudaira
Become a Mother
2017
as Kashiwazaki Yui
Followers
2020
as Erika Sawajiri
Papa for One Summer
2003
as Satsuki
Welcome to Our Home
2015
as Asuka Kandori
Ooku: Saikyou no Onna / Higeki no Shimai
2016
IMPOSSIBILITY DEFENSE
2017
as Tada Tomoko
Tengoku e no Ouenka Cheers
2003
as Akikawa Yukari
Movies (32)
Helter Skelter
2012
as Lilico
Shinobi: Heart Under Blade
2005
as Hotarubi
Angel's Egg
2006
as Natsuki Saito
The Winds of God
2005
We Shall Overcome Someday
2005
as Kyung-ja Lee
Shinjuku Swan
2015
as Ageha
No Longer Human
2019
as Shizuko Ota
Ashura
2005
as Yachi
The Letters
2006
as Yumiko Shirai
Shinjuku Swan II
2017
#Spread
2026
Ghost Train
2006
as Nana Kimura
Welcome to Our Home
2015
as Asuka Kandori
Impossibility Defense
2018
as Tomoko Tada
Sugar & Spice
2006
as Noriko Watanabe
The Mamiya Brothers
2006
as Naomi Honma
Closed Note
2007
as Kae Horii
1 Litre Of Tears SP
2007
as Aya Ikeuchi
Million Dollar Man
2018
as Towako
Eating Women
2018
as Keiko Komugita
The Cat in Their Arms
2018
as Saori Oishi
First Class
2014
as Chinami Yoshinari
Ōoku
2016
Seeing with the Heart
2016
as Arai Mayumi
悪女について
2012
as Tomikoji Kimiko/Suzuki Kimiko
Clock Store's Girl
2013
as Miyahara Ryo
North Point - Friends
2003
Mondai no Nai Watashitachi
2004
as Maki Shintani
Cheers Heaven
2003
L et M: The Reason I Love You, Other Stories
2013
as Eru / Emu
Angel's Ladder
2006
Visual Queen of 2002
2002
About Erika Sawajiri
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 **Ta… With 45 credits spanning from 2002 to 2026, Erika Sawajiri has appeared in 32 films and 13 TV shows.
Fans searching for Erika Sawajiri movies, Erika Sawajiri filmography, or the latest projects starring Erika Sawajiri can stream many of these titles on Bowood.TV, free and in HD, with no subscription required.
Most Popular Erika Sawajiri Movies
- Helter Skelter (2012) — as Lilico
- Shinobi: Heart Under Blade (2005) — as Hotarubi
- Angel's Egg (2006) — as Natsuki Saito
- The Winds of God (2005)
- We Shall Overcome Someday (2005) — as Kyung-ja Lee
Where to Watch Erika Sawajiri Films
Most Erika Sawajiri movies and series are available to stream on Bowood.TV in full HD, completely free and without signup. Browse the complete filmography above to jump directly to any title. For more films and the latest web series featuring Erika Sawajiri, check our movies catalogue and browse page.