Sakura Ando
Actor · Japanese
Known for Sakura Ando, born February 18, 1986, is a Japanese actress. She is widely recognized for her roles in critically acclaimed feature films and works by prominent directors.
About Sakura Ando
Sakura Ando, born February 18, 1986, is a Japanese actress. She is widely recognized for her roles in critically acclaimed feature films and works by prominent directors. Among her notable early appearances is her work in Sion Sono's film Love Exposure.
Throughout her career, Ando has established a varied filmography. She won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 31st Yokohama Film Festival in 2010 for her performances in Love Exposure, The Wonderful World of Captain Kuhio, and Tsumitoka batsutoka. Additionally, she earned a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 4th Asian Film Awards in 2010 for her performance in A Crowd of Three.
Beyond feature films, Ando expanded her portfolio into television by appearing in Kiyoshi Kurosawa's 2012 television drama Penance. She continued to act in a range of cinematic projects, securing roles in films such as The Samurai That Night, Our Homeland, and Petal Dance.
Ando's international recognition continued to grow through festival honors and critical praise. In 2015, she was awarded the Cut Above Award for Outstanding Performance in Film at Japan Cuts: Festival of New Japanese Film held in New York. Later, in 2018, she received significant critical acclaim for her role as Nobuyo Shibata in director Hirokazu Koreeda's film Shoplifters, where her performance drew praise from critics such as Simon Abrams.
In addition to Shoplifters, Ando's major film projects include Hirokazu Koreeda's Monster (2023) and Takashi Yamazaki's Academy Award–winning kaiju epic Godzilla Minus One (2023). Following her contributions to cinema, Ando was invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in June 2023.
Frequently asked about Sakura Ando
What is Sakura Ando known for?
Sakura Ando, born February 18, 1986, is a Japanese actress. She is widely recognized for her roles in critically acclaimed feature films and works by prominent directors.
How old is Sakura Ando and what is their zodiac sign?
Sakura Ando is 40 years old (born 18 Feb 1986) and is a Aquarius.
Where is Sakura Ando from?
Sakura Ando is from Tokyo City, Empire of Japan (born 18 February 1986).
What is Sakura Ando's real name?
Sakura Ando's real (birth) name is 安藤 さくら.
Has Sakura Ando won any awards?
Sakura Ando has received recognition including Elan d'or Award for Newcomer of the Year, Blue Ribbon Awards for Best Actress.
Who are Sakura Ando's parents?
Sakura Ando's parents are Eiji Okuda and Kazu Andō.
How tall is Sakura Ando?
Sakura Ando is 160 cm tall.
Is Sakura Ando married or in a relationship?
According to public information, Sakura Ando’s relationship status is listed as Married.
