Sayuri, the beloved Japanese singer-songwriter, passed away on September 20 at the age of 28. The announcement came from her husband, Amaarashi, who shared the news with fans, revealing that despite her ongoing battle with illness, Sayuri kept her love for music alive until the very end. Her funeral was held privately, with only close family and relatives in attendance, as per the family’s wishes.

Born in Fukuoka, Sayuri began her music career in her early teens, performing live in her hometown before her major debut in 2015 with the single “Mikazuki,” which served as the ending theme for the anime Ranpo Kitan: Game of Laplace. Her hauntingly emotional voice and unique sound quickly gained her widespread recognition. In 2016, she released “Furaregai Girl,” a collaboration with Yojiro Noda of RADWIMPS, further solidifying her place in the Japanese music scene. Over her career, she released two full-length albums, “Mikazuki no Koukai” in 2017 and “Sanketsu Shoujo” in 2022.

In July 2023, Sayuri announced that she would pause her singing career after being diagnosed with functional dysphonia, a condition affecting her vocal cords. Despite this, she remained passionate about her art, according to her husband, who described her enduring dedication to music. Amaarashi’s message expressed his hope that fans will continue to cherish the love and emotion Sayuri poured into her music, urging them to carry that legacy forward in their own lives.

Sayuri’s impact on the J-Pop and anime music scenes remains profound, and her untimely passing leaves a void in the hearts of many. Fans and colleagues alike will remember her as an artist who gave everything to her craft.

Source: https://natalie.mu/music/news/592766