Ryuichi Sakamoto
| Born | January 17, 1952 |
| Hometown | Nakano |
| Height | 5'7" (1.70m) |
| Spouse | Akiko Yano, Natsuko Sakamoto |
| Children | Miu Sakamoto |
| Parents | Kazuki Sakamoto |
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Celebrated Composer Richard Horowitz Dies at 75
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