A farewell party was held in Tokyo for singer Aki Yashiro, who was known for hit songs such as ``Ame no Hojo'' and ``Funauta'' and passed away in December last year, and about 1,000 people who had been close friends said their goodbyes. I did.
Mr. Yashiro, who was born in Yashiro City, Kumamoto Prefecture, has been active as an enka singer for more than half a century since his debut in 1971, with hits such as “Ame no Hojo” and “Funeuta.” After receiving the diagnosis, he devoted himself to treatment, but passed away in December at the age of 73.
A farewell party was held in Tokyo on the 26th, and the photograph of Ms. Yashiro wearing a bright pink dress was decorated with white kochoran, which was said to have been Yashiro's favorite.
As ``Funauta'' was played, people with whom he had close friendships placed flowers at the altar.
A message was also played that reproduced Yashiro's voice before his death, saying, ``
It was the support from everyone that supported me through both difficult and happy times.'' ``
I believe that even if the flame of life burns out, the spirit will be revived.'' '
', he expressed his gratitude.
Singer Hiroshi Itsuki, who was in attendance, said, ``When I heard the news of his death, I couldn't believe it, but when the song was played today, I felt like I was right in front of him.We've known each other since the days when we weren't selling well. She was my junior and sister to me, and although there must have been many difficult times, she never showed it on her face and was always smiling and cheerful.''
Singer Sachiko Kobayashi said, ``At today's meeting, I was finally able to accept the fact that Yashiro-san has passed away.I want to be grateful that there was a great singer named Aki Yashiro in the Showa era, and that I was able to sing in the same era as her. I want him to rest in peace," she said through tears.
Twenty oil paintings by Yashiro were also displayed at the venue, and Yashiro's activities as a painter were also introduced.
According to the organizers, approximately 1,000 people attended the event and laid flowers.