Japanese actors died because of Aviation accident or incident
Here are 1 famous actors from Japan died in Aviation accident or incident:
Kyu Sakamoto
Kyu Sakamoto (December 10, 1941 Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-August 12, 1985 Ueno) also known as Kuy Sakamoto, Sakamoto, Kyu, Kyû Sakamoto, Hisashi Oshima, Hisashi Sakamoto, Kyu-chan or Sakamoto Kyū was a Japanese singer, songwriter, actor and tv personality. He had two children, Hanako Oshima and Yukiko Maisaka.
Sakamoto is best known for his hit song "Sukiyaki", which topped the charts in multiple countries including the United States in 1963. The song was originally titled "Ue o Muite Arukou" (I look up as I walk) in Japan, but was renamed by the record label for its international release.
Prior to his success as a singer, Sakamoto worked as a radio DJ and appeared in various television dramas and films. He also formed a band called The Drifters, named after the American group of the same name.
Tragically, Sakamoto passed away at the age of 43 in the crash of Japan Airlines Flight 123, which remains the deadliest single-aircraft accident in history. Despite his untimely death, he left a lasting impact on the Japanese music industry and his music continues to be celebrated today.
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