Adapted from the same-titled novel, 1 Litre of Tears is based on the true story about a girls long fight with an incurable disease. A collection of her diary entries, chronicling her experiences
After the tears are shed, a new day begins...
Adapted from the same-titled novel, 1 Litre of Tears is based on the true story about a girls long fight with an incurable disease. A collection of her diary entries, chronicling her experiences & passion & perseverance for life, were published in 1986, & the book immediately became a bestseller. Her inspiring story was adapted into both a hit TV series starring Sawajiri Erika & a moving film directed by Okamura Riki. Promising new actress Asae Onishi stars as the films tragic heroine, while Kazuko Kato portrays her supportive mother. Keep the tissue box near, as 1 Litre of Tears promises to touch the hearts of viewers with its tragic story & universal sentiments.
One day on her way to school, middle school student Aya (Asae Onishi) suddenly falls to the ground. The doctor diagnoses her with spinocerebellar degeneration, a rare & incurable neurological disease. Entering high school, Ayas condition continues to worsen as physical movements become more difficult. Forced to attend a special boarding school, she nonetheless finds hope & happiness through the support of her new friends & family. working very hard, she completes her high school education & bravely begins a new stage in her life, despite her weak health & continuous trips to the hospital. Aya never gives up, living each day of her life to the fullest until the very end.