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Saburo Kitajima turns 90 as veteran Japanese singers carry on

Original: 北島三郎

Enka legend Saburo Kitajima has marked his 90th birthday in Japan, prompting reflection on his decades-long career. Media coverage pairs the milestone with other artists in their late 80s and 90s, including Kayaon Yuuzo, Akira Kobayashi and Boo Takaki, who continue active musical lives. Commentators are highlighting how this generation of showa-era performers keeps performing well into old age.

Why now: The beloved enka singer's 90th birthday is a milestone drawing fresh attention to his career and to elderly Japanese musicians still performing.

Saburo KitajimaKazuo KajiyamaAkira KobayashiBoo TakakiJapan

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