AYAKO YAMAZAKI

AYAKO YAMAZAKI

Ayako Yamazaki Born: April 26, 1974 Birthplace: Tokyo, Japan Ayako Yamazaki was actively involved in the music club during her high school years as she aspired to be part of a band. It was during this time that she developed a deep love for the world of music after forming a band with a non-member of the music club. In 1993, she achieved great success by winning the 2nd Grand Champion title on Fuji TV's audition program "Gold Rush!" This marked her debut in the music industry. One of Ayako's notable accomplishments is her worldwide recognition for singing the ending theme "Otokodaro!" for the Fuji TV anime series "Captain Tsubasa J." Subsequently, she formed the duo unit Moonlight Attraction with Akio Shimizu, performing under the name AYA. On June 25, 1998, they released their single "Ganbaranakucha ~ SUCCESS STORY ~" under Warner Music Japan. Following her musical pursuits, Ayako went abroad to study and eventually got married. Currently, she resides in London, where she is a devoted mother to two children. Despite her busy life, she continues to share her beautiful voice on YouTube. Takuma Wada July 11, 1972 Born in Hasuda City, Saitama Prefecture Takuma Wada, born on July 11, 1972, in Hasuda City, Saitama Prefecture, is an accomplished individual with a diverse career. In 1990, he participated in the Junon Super Boy Contest, where he emerged as a finalist. Following his victory on Fuji TV's "Gold Rush!" competition, he caught the attention of talent scouts. Under the name "SweBe," he made his major debut with Pony Canyon, releasing the songs "Sweet Beat Swing" and "Go! Paradise" (JR West Japan CM song). It is worth noting that Yamazaki and Wada have been acquainted since their audition for Fuji TV, and after a span of 30 years, they have finally achieved their first collaboration.