Saori Higashi is a Japanese voice actress affiliated with the agency 81 Produce. She was born on April 8, 1969, in Mie Prefecture, Japan. Her career began in the 1990s, and she has built a extensive body of work across various media, including anime, foreign language dubbing, and educational television programs.

Among her most frequently cited representative roles are Shouzaemon Kuroki in the long-running anime series Nintama Rantarō, a role she took over from the 12th season onward, and Nobuko Ishihara in the romantic comedy Lovely Complex. She is also known for her performance as Chuta Kogure in the 1998 anime series Chosoku Spinner. Her career includes a wide range of other character roles in series such as Inuyasha, Kodocha, and Saiyuki, as well as providing voices for characters in popular children's television shows on NHK. Her work is characterized by a versatility that spans animated entertainment and educational content for young audiences.