Sada Abe

Acting

Biography

Sada Abe is mainly remembered for erotically asphyxiating her lover, Kichizo Ishida, on May 18, 1936, and then cutting off his penis and testicles and carrying them around with her in her handbag. The story became a national sensation in Japan, acquiring mythic overtones, and has since been interpreted by artists, philosophers, novelists and filmmakers.

Personal Info

• Known For Acting
• Gender Female
• Birthday May 28, 1905 (66 years old)
• Died January 1, 1972
• Place of Birth Tokyo, Japan