 | This article relies largely or entirely on a single source. (November 2013) |
Chiyoko Shimakura | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | 30 March 1938 |
| Origin | Tokyo, Japan |
| Died | 8 November 2013 (aged 75) |
| Genres | Enka |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, lyricist |
| Years active | 1954–2013 (her death) |
| Labels | Columbia Music Entertainment |
Chiyoko Shimakura (島倉 千代子, Shimakura Chiyoko) (30 March 1938 – 8 November 2013) was an Enka singer and TV presenter in Japan.[1] She was considered "the Goddess of Enka".
- ^ "'Enka' icon Shimakura dies at 75". The Japan Times. Archived from the original on 2013-11-11. Retrieved 8 November 2013.