Japanese musicians born in 1988
Here are 50 famous musicians from Japan were born in 1988:
Eri Kamei
Eri Kamei (December 23, 1988 Arakawa, Tokyo-) also known as Guījǐng Huìlǐ, Kamei Eri, Guī Jǐng Huì Lǐ or Kamei, Eri is a Japanese singer.
Her albums: . Genres related to her: J-pop and Pop music.
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Ayaka Saitō
Ayaka Saitō (June 2, 1988 Tokyo-) otherwise known as Saitō Ayaka, Saito, Ayaka or Ayaka Saito is a Japanese voice actor, actor and singer.
Related albums: Ouran High School Host Club soundtracks.
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Nami Tamaki
Nami Tamaki (June 1, 1988 Wakayama-) a.k.a. Tamaki Nami or Tamaki, Nami is a Japanese singer.
Her discography includes: Realize, Believe, Reason, Fortune, Heroine, Make Progress, Get Wild, MY WAY / Sunrize, Result and Realize Reproduction - Gundam SEED Editon. Genres she performed: Pop rock, J-pop, Dance-pop, Disco and Pop music.
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Ai Kago
Ai Kago (February 7, 1988 Yamatotakada-) a.k.a. 加護亜依, Kago Ai, かご あい, 加護ちゃん, Kago-chan, あいぼん or Aibon is a Japanese singer, actor and author.
Her discography includes: 恋愛ってなあに?, no hesitAtIon and AI KAGO meets JAZZ -The first door-. Genres she performed include J-pop and Jazz.
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Meisa Kuroki
Meisa Kuroki (May 28, 1988 Nago-) also known as 黒木 メイサ, Kuroki Meisa, 島袋 さつき, Satsuki Shimabukuro, Shimabukuro Satsuki, 赤西 さつき, Satsuki Akanishi or Akanishi Satsuki is a Japanese fashion model, gravure idol, model, actor and singer. She has one child, Theia Akanishi.
Her albums: Attitude, MAGAZINE, Hellcat, Wired Life, UNLOCKED, , , , Woman's Worth / Breeze Out and Like This. Genres related to her: Contemporary R&B and Pop music.
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Miyu Irino
Miyu Irino (February 19, 1988 Tokyo-) also known as Irino Miyu, Irino, Miyu or Miyu-Miyu is a Japanese voice actor, singer and actor.
His albums: REASON FOR…, TILL THE END, Soleil, Advance, JUMP, Faith, cocoro, vivid and .
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Risa Niigaki
Risa Niigaki (October 20, 1988 Yokohama-) also known as 新垣里沙, Niigaki Risa, Xīnyuán Lǐshā, 新垣 里沙, Xīn Yuán Lǐ Shā, Niigaki, Risa, にいがき りさ, Gaki-san, Omame-chan, ガキさん or お豆ちゃん is a Japanese singer and actor.
Her discography includes: , , , , , , , , and . Genres she performed include J-pop and Pop music.
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Yui Aragaki
Yui Aragaki (June 11, 1988 Naha-) otherwise known as Aragaki Yui, Gakky, Aragaki-Yui, Yui, Yuibo, Gakki or Aragaki, Yui is a Japanese model, gravure idol, singer-songwriter, radio personality, actor and voice actor.
Her albums: Sora, Hug, Niji, Make My Day, Akai Ito, Piece, Utsushie and . Her related genres: Pop music and Pop rock.
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Shizuka Hasegawa
Shizuka Hasegawa (September 16, 1988 Tokyo-) is a Japanese voice actor.
She is affiliated with Ken Production and has voiced several notable characters in anime series such as "Misaki Yata" in "K", "Koharu Shirahase" in "Fairy Tail", "Ayumi Hayashi" in "Welcome to the Ballroom" and "Ako Shirabe" in "Symphogear AXZ". Shizuka Hasegawa has also lent her voice to several video games such as "Fire Emblem Heroes" and "Granblue Fantasy". In addition to her voice acting work, she has also made appearances in various TV dramas, commercials, and radio shows in Japan.
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Alisa Durbrow
Alisa Durbrow (April 16, 1988 Japan-) also known as アリサ・ユリコ・ダーブロウ, ダーブロウ有紗, 有紗, Alisa Durbrow or Alisa is a Japanese , .
fitness model, personal trainer and social media influencer in Japan. Born to a Japanese mother and American father, Alisa was raised in both Japan and Hawaii, where she excelled in sports and fitness from a young age.
Upon returning to Japan, Alisa began her career as a personal trainer and quickly gained a following on social media, where she shares her workout routines, healthy meals, and motivational messages with her fans. She has worked internationally with various fitness brands and has been featured in several fitness magazines.
In addition to her fitness career, Alisa is also a philanthropist, focusing on causes such as mental health and animal rights. She is actively involved in charitable organizations in both Japan and the United States.
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Satomi Akesaka
Satomi Akesaka (January 2, 1988 Saitama Prefecture-) also known as Akesaka Satomi is a Japanese voice actor, singer and actor.
Her albums include 『みつどもえ』 キャラクターソング, Volume 2: ABCよりDEFっス!!, みっつ数えて大集合!, and わが名は小学生.
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Miku Ishida
Miku Ishida (June 15, 1988 Aichi Prefecture-) is a Japanese gravure idol, model, actor and singer.
She first became famous as a gravure idol and model, appearing in various magazines and photo books. In recent years, she has also established herself as an actor and singer, appearing in TV dramas and releasing music singles. Her acting roles have been praised for her versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters. As a singer, she has released several singles and performed at various events and concerts. She has a large following in Japan and Asia, and continues to be a popular figure in the entertainment industry. In addition to her entertainment career, Ishida is also an advocate for animal welfare and has been involved in several campaigns to raise awareness and improve conditions for animals.
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Asumi Nakada
Asumi Nakada (April 5, 1988 Tokyo-) also known as Nakata Asumi, Nakata, Asumi or Asumi Nakata is a Japanese model, singer, voice actor, actor and tarento.
Her albums include Splash Dream, MOTHER SYMPHONY and .
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May J.
May J. (June 20, 1988 Yokohama-) also known as May Jamileh Hashimoto, 橋本 芽生, May Hashimoto, Hashimoto Mei, Hashimoto May, はしもと めい or Mei Hashimoto is a Japanese singer and television presenter.
Her most recognized albums: ALL MY GIRLS, Dear..., Here We Go (feat. Verbal), DO tha' DO tha', Baby Girl, Family, , Secret Diary, Brave and Rewind. Genres she performed include Rhythm and blues, Urban contemporary, Contemporary R&B, J-pop and Pop music.
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Li Chun
Li Chun (January 11, 1988 Yueyang-) also known as 李純, 李纯, Lǐ Chún, リー・チュン, ジュンジュン, Jun Jun, 纯纯, Chún Chún, 純純 or Chúnchún is a Japanese singer.
Genres she performed include J-pop.
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Haruna Kojima
Haruna Kojima (April 19, 1988 Tokyo-) also known as Kojima, Haruna or Kojiharu is a Japanese singer and actor.
Genres she performed include J-pop.
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EMYLI
EMYLI (April 23, 1988 Tokyo-) a.k.a. Sister E or Emyli is a Japanese singer.
Her discography includes: Someday, Day by Day, Don't Vanish Love, Flower of Life, テキトーLOVER, Come Home and Wanna Dance. Genres she performed: J-pop and Pop music.
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Azusa Kataoka
Azusa Kataoka (March 16, 1988 Chiba-) otherwise known as 片岡 あづさ, Kataoka Azusa or Kataoka, Azusa is a Japanese voice actor and singer.
Her albums include .
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Kanon Wakeshima
Kanon Wakeshima (June 28, 1988 Tokyo-) also known as Wakeshima Kanon or Wakeshima, Kanon is a Japanese musician, cellist and singer.
Her discography includes: Still Doll, Suna No Oshiro, Shinshoku Dolce, 少女仕掛けのリブレット, , signal, and world’s end, girl’s rondo. Genres: Dark ambient, Neoclassical Dark Wave, Baroque pop and Synthpop.
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Miliyah Kato
Miliyah Kato (June 22, 1988 Toyota-) also known as Kato Miriya, Katou Miriya, Kato Miliyah, 加藤 ミリヤ or Miliyah is a Japanese singer and songwriter.
Her albums include Never let go / 夜空, Beautiful, , Love is..., My Girl feat. COLOR, LALALA / FUTURECHECKA, Ring, BYE BYE, Tokyo Star and Diamond Princess. Genres she performed: Rhythm and blues, Urban contemporary, Pop music and Contemporary R&B.
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JYONGRI
JYONGRI (August 30, 1988 Osaka-) also known as ジョンリ is a Japanese singer, songwriter, musician and singer-songwriter.
Her albums include Close To Fantasy, Hop, Step, Jump!, Possession / My All For You, Lullaby For You, Kissing Me, Unchanging Love 〜君がいれば〜, Winter Love Story, Love Forever, Maybe Someday and Without You. Genres she performed include Rhythm and blues, J-pop and Pop music.
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長瀬実夕
長瀬実夕 (May 20, 1988 Hokkaido-) also known as Miyu Nagase or Nagase Miyu is a Japanese singer and guitarist.
Her most recognized albums: snowy love, Gateway to Tomorrow and . Genres: J-pop, Music of Japan, Rock music and Pop music.
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Mariya Ise
Mariya Ise (September 25, 1988 Kanagawa Prefecture-) also known as Ise Mariya is a Japanese voice actor and actor.
Discography: , , , この世界がいつかは and .
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Yuriko Yoshitaka
Yuriko Yoshitaka (July 22, 1988 Tokyo-) also known as Yoshitaka Yuriko is a Japanese actor.
She started her career as a model for the Japanese fashion magazine "Seventeen" in 2003. She made her acting debut in 2006 in the TV drama "Waters" where she played a supporting role. She gained recognition for her role in the popular TV drama "Love Shuffle" in 2009.
Since then, she has acted in many noteworthy TV dramas and movies. Her notable works include the TV dramas "From Five to Nine" and "The Emperor's Cook", and movies such as "The Kirishima Thing" and "The World of Kanako". In 2013, she won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 37th Japan Academy Prize for her role in the movie "The Kirishima Thing".
Apart from acting, Yuriko Yoshitaka is also known for her singing skills. She made her singing debut in 2010, releasing the single "Sakura, Saku Machi, Monogatari". She has also released two albums and several singles since then.
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Nobuyuki Tsujii
Nobuyuki Tsujii (September 13, 1988 Tokyo-) is a Japanese composer and pianist.
Born blind, Nobuyuki Tsujii began playing the piano at the age of two and gave his first recital at age four. He has performed with various orchestras around the world, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra.
In 2009, he became the first blind pianist to win the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in Fort Worth, Texas. He has since released several albums, including a recording of the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 1 that won the 4th Japan Gold Disc Award for Best Classical Album of the Year.
Apart from his music career, Nobuyuki Tsujii is also an advocate for the visually impaired and has participated in various charity events for blind children. In 2013, he was appointed as a Special Advocate for UNICEF in Japan, focusing on global polio eradication.
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Yuka Iguchi
Yuka Iguchi (July 11, 1988 Tokyo-) a.k.a. Iguchi Yuka or Iguchi, Yuka is a Japanese voice actor and singer.
Her most important albums: , , , Shining Star-☆-LOVE Letter, Grow Slowly, CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU, , , rainbow heart ♡ rainbow dream ☆／Strike my soul and .
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Ayano Niina
Ayano Niina (February 4, 1988 Aomori Prefecture-) also known as Ayano Niina or Ayano Matsumoto is a Japanese voice actor.
She is best known for voicing the character of Tsukasa Hiiragi in Lucky Star and Kana Nakamachi in Kanamemo. Niina began her voice acting career in 2007 after winning the grand prize in a voice acting audition. Apart from her work in anime, she has also provided the voice for video game characters, such as Aria in Akiba's Trip: Undead and Undressed and Noodle in Gorogoa. In addition to her voice acting work, Niina has also written lyrics and performed theme songs for anime series, including Kanamemo and Nekopara. Outside of her career in entertainment, she is known for her love of cats and often shares photos and videos of her own pets on social media.
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Keisuke Kato
Keisuke Kato (September 2, 1988 Wako-) is a Japanese actor and singer.
He started his entertainment career as a member of the J-Pop group, w-inds. in 2001, and remained with the group until its hiatus in 2019. Kato has also been active in the acting industry since 2002, and has appeared in various films, TV dramas, and stage productions. Some of his notable roles include Takuma Kakinouchi in the TV drama, "Buzzer Beat," and Yosuke Hirata in the film, "Parasyte: Part 1." In addition to his acting and singing career, Kato is also known for his hosting skills, having hosted various TV shows and events.
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Sayaka Akimoto
Sayaka Akimoto (July 26, 1988-) also known as Saaya, Akimoto, Sayaka, Akimoto Sayaka, AKB48 or DiVA is a Japanese actor and singer.
Her most important albums: The Glitter End and Little Witch. Genres related to her: J-pop.
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Yuko Oshima
Yuko Oshima (October 17, 1988 Mibu-) also known as Yuko Oshima, Oshima Yuko, Chris, Ōshima, Yūko, Ōshima Yūko, Korisu or Yūko Ōshima is a Japanese actor and singer.
Genres she performed include J-pop.
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Ayano Ōmoto
Ayano Ōmoto (September 20, 1988 Hiroshima-) also known as Nocchi is a Japanese singer and dancer.
Genres she performed: J-pop, Synthpop and Pop music.
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Yuka Kashino
Yuka Kashino (December 23, 1988 Hiroshima-) also known as Kashiyuka is a Japanese singer and dancer.
Genres: J-pop, Synthpop and Electropop.
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Karyu
Karyu (December 7, 1988 Yamaguchi Prefecture-) is a Japanese musician.
Karyu, whose real name is Tomoaki Ishizuka, is best known as the guitarist for the popular Japanese metal band, D'espairsRay. He joined the band in 2006, after founding member Tsukasa switched from guitar to drums. Prior to D'espairsRay, Karyu was a member of the visual kei band, Meties, but they disbanded before he gained much recognition. In addition to his work with D'espairsRay, Karyu has also been involved in a number of other musical projects, including his solo project, Angelo, and the bands, Lar~Mia and Awoi. Karyu is known for his distinctive guitar style, which incorporates elements of metal, industrial, and electronic music. He is also recognized for his unique fashion sense, which often incorporates extravagant hairstyles and bold makeup.
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Takahiro Morita
Takahiro Morita (April 17, 1988 Tokyo-) also known as Takahiro Moriuchi, Moriuchi Takahiro, Taka or Morita Takahiro is a Japanese lyricist, composer and singer.
His albums include Summer Paradise. Genres related to him: Alternative rock, Melodic hardcore and Post-hardcore.
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Nobunaga Shimazaki
Nobunaga Shimazaki (December 6, 1988 Miyagi Prefecture-) is a Japanese voice acting in japan.
Discography: , Free! -Eternal Summer- キャラクターソング 01, and .
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Nozomi Sasaki
Nozomi Sasaki (February 8, 1988 Akita-) is a Japanese model and actor.
Her most recognized albums: Nozomi Collection and .
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Chiharu Kitaoka
Chiharu Kitaoka (December 16, 1988 Kitami-) otherwise known as Gōda Aya, Aya Gōda, 合田 彩 or 喜多丘 千陽 is a Japanese voice actor.
Her albums: , , Baby universe day, and .
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Ai Takabe
Ai Takabe (August 16, 1988 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor and voice actor.
Her albums include .
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Hironori Kusano
Hironori Kusano (February 15, 1988 Yokohama-) also known as Kusano Hironori or Kusano, Hironori is a Japanese actor and singer.
Genres: J-pop.
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Aino Kishi
Aino Kishi (February 1, 1988 Hokkaido-) is a Japanese pornographic film actor, adult model and model.
She began her career as an adult model in 2007 and transitioned into pornographic films in 2008. Kishi quickly gained popularity for her youthful appearance and petite physique, and was known for her high-pitched voice during scenes. She appeared in over 30 productions and won several awards for her performances in adult films.
Outside of her career in the adult industry, Kishi also dabbled in mainstream acting and music. She appeared in several films and TV dramas, and released a single in 2010. In 2011, Kishi announced her retirement from the adult industry and has since pursued a career as a fashion model and TV personality.
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Rika Izumi
Rika Izumi (October 11, 1988 Kyoto-) otherwise known as Hama Chisaki, Hama, Chisaki or Chisaki Hama is a Japanese , .
Her albums: Koisuru Soldier and Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon Character Song: Mizuno Ami.
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Marina Kuroki
Marina Kuroki (September 26, 1988 Tokyo-) is a Japanese actor.
She began her acting career in 2006, starring in the drama series "Dance Drill". She gained further recognition for her role in the drama series "Liar Game" (2007), in which she played the character Eriko.
In 2011, Kuroki made her film debut in "Hana no Ato" and has since appeared in several other films including "Color Me True" (2018) and "Fortuna's Eye" (2019).
Aside from her acting work, Kuroki is also known for her fashion sense and has been featured in several fashion magazines. She is signed under the talent agency Topcoat.
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Rina Nakanishi
Rina Nakanishi (June 26, 1988 Oita-) otherwise known as Nakanishi, Rina, Rico Yamaguchi, Yamaguchi Riko or 中西 里菜 is a Japanese singer, japanese idol and pornographic film actor.
She started her music career in 2007 as a member of the J-pop group "Dorothy Little Happy" under the stage name Rico Yamaguchi. She left the group in 2011 to pursue a solo career and changed her stage name to Rina Nakanishi. Nakanishi has released several singles and albums, collaborating with other J-pop artists and even producing her own music.
In addition to her music career, Nakanishi has gained controversy for her work in the pornographic industry. She made her debut as a pornographic film actor in 2012, under the name Yamaguchi Riko. Her decision to enter the adult entertainment industry caused backlash from her fans and management, but she defended her decision as a personal choice and continued to work in both music and adult film industries.
Despite the controversy, Nakanishi/Rico Yamaguchi/Yamaguchi Riko has gained a cult following for her unique career path and ability to balance multiple forms of entertainment.
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Manami Numakura
Manami Numakura (April 15, 1988 Kanagawa Prefecture-) is a Japanese voice actor and voice acting in japan.
Related albums: , , THE IDOLM@STER MASTER SPECIAL SPRING, , THE iDOLM@STER STATION!!! THIRD TRAVEL WANTED!!!, , THE iDOLM@STER STATION!!! HEART AND SOUL, THE iDOLM@STER STATION!!! SECOND TRAVEL ～Seaside Date～, THE iDOLM@STER STATION!!! Amazing grace and THE iDOLM@STER STATION!!! FIRST TRAVEL.
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Zaq
Zaq (March 16, 1988 Kagoshima Prefecture-) is a Japanese composer, lyricist and singer.
Discography: Sparkling Daydream, Alteration, , , VOICE, NOISY Lab., Seven Doors, Philosophy of Dear World and OVERDRIVER. Genres: Pop music.
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Sawako Hata
Sawako Hata (September 14, 1988 Osaka Prefecture-) also known as 秦 佐和子 is a Japanese singer.
Genres: J-pop.
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Haruka Kohara
Haruka Kohara (April 12, 1988 Hiroshima-) a.k.a. Kohara, Haruka or 小原 春香 is a Japanese singer.
Kohara started her music career as a member of an idol group called "Run Girls, Run!" in 2017. She is known for her powerful and dynamic vocal range, which has helped her to stand out in the crowded Japanese music industry. In addition to her music career, Kohara has also ventured into voice acting and has lent her voice to various popular anime characters, such as "Kaede Hondo" in "K-On!" and "Kotono Nagase" in "The Idolmaster Cinderella Girls". Despite her busy schedule, Kohara also finds time to engage with her fans on social media, often sharing her personal experiences and insights into her music and acting career.
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Shiga Lin
Shiga Lin (June 29, 1988 Hong Kong-) is a Japanese actor and singer.
Her albums: , and .
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Juri Nagatsuma
Juri Nagatsuma (October 27, 1988 Sapporo-) is a Japanese voice actor.
Her albums: .
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Mikako Komatsu
Mikako Komatsu (November 11, 1988 Kuwana-) is a Japanese voice actor and actor.
Discography: Cosmic EXPO, Black Holy, , THEE Futures, , , Sail away, cosmic Explosion, and TRICK BOX (TV size ver.).
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