Sayu Yagami

Light Yagami's younger sister and a victim of the incident

Light Yagami's younger sister and a college student. Bright and lively, adores her brother, but becomes an innocent victim caught up in the events.

Quotes

  • 'Gya!'
  • 'The kind of girl who would write the name of a boy she hates and cry'

Trivia

  • In the original, she is set as 14-15 years old, but changed to high school student in the live-action films.
  • Her sibling relationship with her brother is good in the story, and he often teaches her studies.
  • After the Takimura kidnapping incident, she is forced into recuperation due to mental shock.
  • Her appearance at the coming-of-age ceremony has attracted fan attention.
  • In the theatrical version, depicted as a strong-willed character, unaware of her brother's true identity or the truth of the incident.
  • Her catchphrase 'Gya!' characterizes her in the work.

Alternate names

Sayu Yagami さゆ 夜神さゆ

Tags

Death Note Yagami family College student Victim Little sister character Popular character Family bonds

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female
Birthday
June 18
Birth year
1989 (1992 in anime version, 1999 in drama version)

Appearance

Overall appearance
A young woman of average build. Has a bright expression and lively atmosphere. Later grows into a talented and beautiful college student.
Height
Approx. 147cm (Part 1), approx. 163cm (Part 2)
Weight
38kg (Part 1), 45kg (Part 2)
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Black
Distinguishing features
  • Bright expression reflecting her straightforward and honest personality
  • Beauty combining talent and grace after growing up
  • Bright and lively atmosphere
Iconic items
  • School uniform
  • Idol merchandise
  • Bright smile

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Straightforward
Detailed personality
In contrast to her brother Light, she has a bright and straightforward personality without pretense, is lively, interacts well with her brother, and was often taught by him. After being caught in the incident, she suffers deep mental trauma and enters a period of recuperation.
Keywords
  • Bright
  • Lively
  • Straightforward
  • Family-oriented
  • Hard worker
  • Immature in romance
Talents
  • High motivation for learning
  • Bright personality that draws people in
  • Flexible and adaptable responses
Skills
  • Studying (especially taught by her brother)
  • Knowledge as an idol fan
  • Adaptability to college life
Motivation
Admires her brother Light and aims to live a fulfilling college life
Habits
Frequently uses the catchphrase 'Gya!'
Hobbies
Chasing idols, Studying, Interacting with her brother, Conversations with friends, Shopping
Favorite foods
Favorites unknown, but dislikes difficult things
Favorite places
University

History

Backstory
Raised in a wealthy family, she lived as a bright and straightforward little sister who adored her brother Light. After becoming a college student, she grew into a talented and beautiful woman, but was caught up in the Takimura Police Chief kidnapping incident and taken hostage by the mafia. After the incident, due to mental shock, she took a leave of absence from university and entered recuperation. Her situation after her father Soichiro's death is not detailed, but her appearance at the coming-of-age ceremony is depicted.
Debut date
December 1, 2003
Work title
DEATH NOTE
Media type
Manga
Episode or chapter
From original volume 1 onward

Takimura Police Chief Kidnapping Incident

Significant event
Takimura Police Chief Kidnapping Incident
Description
Kidnapped by the mafia and held hostage in the incident. Released through an exchange deal but suffers significant mental damage.

Enters leave of absence and recuperation

Significant event
Enters leave of absence and recuperation
Description
Takes a leave of absence from university due to mental shock and focuses on treatment.

Appearance at coming-of-age ceremony

Significant event
Appearance at coming-of-age ceremony
Description
Depicted attending the coming-of-age ceremony after treatment.

Victim of the story

Significant event
Victim of the story
Description
As a victim of the incident, has a significant impact on the story.

Relationships

Soichiro Yagami

Father

Father. A police officer who cherishes his family. Adores Sayu.

Sachiko Yagami

Mother

Mother. A kind and warm homemaker. Watches over Sayu with deep affection.

Light Yagami

Sibling

Older brother. Shares a complex fate within the family, particularly close with Sayu. They supported each other as siblings.

Media appearances

DEATH NOTE

Manga / Supporting

From 2003

DEATH NOTE

Anime / Supporting

2006 TV series

DEATH NOTE live-action films

Movie / Supporting

2006, 2008

DEATH NOTE TV drama

Drama / Supporting

2015

DEATH NOTE stage play

Stage play / Supporting

2015, 2017, 2020

Voice cast and creators

Haruka Kudō

Voice actor
Haruka Kudō
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Hikari Mitsushima

Voice actor
Hikari Mitsushima
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Live-action film version

Ami Maejima

Voice actor
Ami Maejima
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Stage 2015 version

Karinu Takahashi

Voice actor
Karinu Takahashi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Stage 2017 version

Hirari Nishida

Voice actor
Hirari Nishida
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Stage 2020 version

Reiko Fujiwara

Voice actor
Reiko Fujiwara
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Drama version

Tsugumi Ōba

Creator name
Tsugumi Ōba
Role
Original author

Takeshi Obata

Creator name
Takeshi Obata
Role
Character designer

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Sayu Yagami Figure

Item name
Sayu Yagami Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Limited

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