Sadako Sawamura

Biography

Sadako Sawamura was a Japanese stage and film actress born in Asakusa, Tokyo in 1908. She began her acting career in the 1930s, initially at Nikkatsu studio, later transitioning to Toho, where she collaborated with notable directors like Mikio Naruse, Kenji Mizoguchi, and Yasujirō Ozu. Sawamura's notable roles include "Motojima's Wife" (1965) and "The Wandering Princess" (1960), showcasing her versatility as a supporting actress in classic Japanese cinema.