Synopsis
A teenage girl diagnosed with a degenerative disease keeps a diary as her body fails her.
What makes 1 Litre of Tears worth watching
Based on a real diary; one of the most-cried-over J-dramas ever made.
1 Litre of Tears represents a strong example of japan drama from the 2005 production cycle. Japanese studios have spent the past decade refining the kind of long-form storytelling on display here — careful character work, restrained pacing in the early episodes, and a willingness to let emotional beats land without overstatement. The blend of Drama and Family elements gives the show its tonal signature, sitting somewhere between mainstream comfort viewing and prestige drama.
The cast is led by Sawajiri Erika, Nishikido Ryo, Yakushimaru Hiroko. It originally aired on Fuji TV, and has since travelled internationally through the streaming partnerships listed above.
Where to watch 1 Litre of Tears online
You can currently stream 1 Litre of Tears on the following platforms (regional availability varies):
- Viki — see all Viki Asian drama listings on DramaSeek.
Streaming rights for Asian dramas shift constantly. We update each title page when a new platform picks up a series or a contract expires. If a service is geo-locked in your region, see our guide to legitimate options for international drama viewers.
If you liked 1 Litre of Tears
Viewers who enjoy 1 Litre of Tears typically also enjoy other japan drama. Below are six closely related titles drawn from our catalogue, ranked by genre and country overlap.
