The Japanese entertainment industry is known for being closed off and reserved. Celebrities often maintain a low-key private life away from the public eye. However, that does not stop massive career-ending scandals from coming to light. From tax evasion to drug-related controversy, here are five female Japanese stars who were embroiled in shocking scandals that shook the nation. Read on to know more.
Erika Sawajiri
Erika Sawajari was an incredibly popular Japanese actress who became famous for her role in the J-drama One Litre of Tears and was also given the nickname of ‘Nation’s Little Sister’. However, as the actress grew older, she was embroiled in multiple controversies. Erika married a businessman who was 22 years older than her. The couple’s materialistic prenuptial agreement went viral on the internet, and Erika was labelled as overly money-driven. The actress was also later arrested for MMDA possession in 2019
Noriko Sakai
Norika Sakai’s tragic downfall started when she got married to Yuichi Takaso, a fraudster. Soon after they got married, Sakai’s reputation started spiralling because of her husband. He introduced her to drugs and physically abused her. In 2009, the actress was arrested for drug possession and eventually received an 18-month sentence with three years’ probation.
Hirosue Ryoko
Hirosue Ryoko was one of Japan’s most popular actresses whose reputation took a severe hit when she was involved in a massive road accident. The actress then reportedly attacked a nurse and was detained by police for eight days. Though the actress was then free to go, netizens still wonder if she will ever be able to reclaim her damaged image.
Nakamoto Himeka
Nakamoto Himeka is a popular Japanese beauty influencer who was known as Japan’s No. 1 Geisha. She was known for her luxury lifestyle and record-breaking earnings of over 150 million USD. In 2024, Himeka came under controversy after a man named Kikuchi Sho accused her of tax evasion and cheating. However, it was later proven that the man himself was a fraudster who made false claims.
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