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Birth name | Tokiko Kato (加藤 登紀子, Katō Tokiko) |
Born | December 27, 1943 |
Origin | Harbin, Manchukuo |
Genres | Chanson, pop, Kayōkyoku, new wave, folk |
Occupation | Singer-songwriter |
Years active | 1966–present |
Labels | Polydor Records Universal Music Group |
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