Taeko Onuki

About

Japanese singer and songwriter best known for her influence on the city pop genre. Her 1977 album Sunshower is considered a landmark in the history of Japanese pop music.

Before Fame

She formed the band Sugar Babe in 1973.

Trivia

She sang the theme song for the 2006 film Animal Crossing: The Movie.

Family Life

Her father, Kenichiro Onuki, was a member of the Japanese Special Attack Units during World War II.

Associated With

She collaborated with Ryuichi Sakamoto on her 2010 album UTAU.