Yuriko Ishida: Movies & Box Office

Yuriko Ishida (石田 ゆり子, born October 3, 1969 in Nagoya, Aichi) is a celebrated Japanese actress and essayist whose career spans over three decades. She first appeared on screen in 1987 and quickly established herself as a versatile talent, moving fluidly between live‑action films, television dramas, and animated voice work. Her early film credits include Gokudo no Onna‑tachi: Saigo no Tatakai (1990) and Boiling Point (1990), where she displayed a natural ability to embody complex, youthful characters. In 1994 she lent her voice to the beloved Studio Ghibli short Pom Poko and achieved international recognition two years later when she voiced San, the fierce heroine of Princess Mononoke (1997), a performance that cemented her status as one of Japan’s premier voice artists.

Beyond animation, Ishida has delivered memorable performances in a variety of genres, from the psychological thriller Himitsu (1999) to the heartfelt drama Yomigaeri (2002) and the critically acclaimed Erased (2016), where she portrayed Sachiko Fujinuma with emotional depth. On television she has become a familiar face in series such as Dr. Coto's Clinic (2003), The Full‑Time Wife Escapist (2016), and the medical drama Tokyo MER: Mobile Emergency Room (2021‑2025), consistently praised for her nuanced portrayals. She is also an essayist, publishing reflective pieces that explore contemporary Japanese culture and her personal experiences in the entertainment industry. Her older sister, Hikari Ishida, is also an actress, and the siblings are often noted for their contributions to Japanese media. Despite a private personal life, Ishida continues to be active, balancing new film projects with voice‑over work and occasional literary endeavors, solidifying her legacy as a multi‑talented figure in Japan’s artistic landscape.