Japanese singer. Nicknamed Aniki and Emperor of Anime Songs. During his long career he sang over 1,200 songs, either original or for anime, video games, Tokusatsu shows among others. Also one of the founders of the band JAM Project.

Died from lung cancer on December 6, 2022, at the age of 74.

Notable Songs

• Mazinger Z / Mazinger Z opening theme.
• Ore wa Great Mazinger / Great Mazinger opening theme.
• Tekkaman no Uta / Uchuu no Kishi Tekkaman opening theme.
• Koutetsu Jeeg no Uta / Koutetsu Jeeg opening theme.
• Combattler V no Theme / Combattler V opening theme.
• Captain Harlock / Uchuu Kaizoku Captain Harlock opening theme.
• Tatakae! Golion / Hyakujuu-ou Golion opening theme.
• CROSS FIGHT! / Dangaiou opening theme. Together with Horie Mitsuko.
• Ima ga sono Toki da / Shin Getter Robo 1st opening theme.
• STORM / Shin Getter Robo vs Neo Getter Robo opening theme. Together with Kageyama Hironobu.