Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Known For
Sound
Birthday
(Sunday)
Nationality
Languages
Japanese
Spouses
Makoto Yano (1974-1979), Ryuichi Sakamoto (1982-2006)
Children
2 children: Miu Sakamoto
Residences
Aomori, New York City
Education
Aoyama Gakuin Senior High School
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Name Origin
English < Japanese (あきこ)
Popularity
Tier C -- 5,236 Wikipedia views/month
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Akiko Yano is known for sound.
Born in Tokyo, Japan (age 71).
Recipient of the Oribe prize.
Akiko Yano has 2 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Oribe prize
1999
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Biography
Akiko Yano (矢野 顕子, Yano Akiko, born Akiko Suzuki (鈴木 顕子, Suzuki Akiko); February 13, 1955) is a Japanese pop and jazz musician and singer born in Tokyo and raised in Aomori and later began her singing career in the mid-1970s. She has been called "one of the major musical talents of the Japanese popular music world", and her vocals and singing style have been compared to English singer Kate Bush.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Akiko Yano?
Akiko Yano is 71 years old, born on .
Where was Akiko Yano born?
Akiko Yano was born in Tokyo, Japan.
What movies or shows has Akiko Yano been in?
Akiko Yano has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include Ponyo (2008), My Neighbors the Yamadas (1999).
What is Akiko Yano known for?
Akiko Yano is primarily known as sound. Akiko Yano (矢野 顕子, Yano Akiko, born Akiko Suzuki (鈴木 顕子, Suzuki Akiko); February 13, 1955) is a Japanese pop and jazz musician and singer…
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