Harumi Miyako, born Harumi Kitamura on February 22, 1948, in Kyoto, Japan, is a
notable enka singer who debuted in 1964. Her early releases included the EPs
困るのことヨ (1964) and アラ見てたのね (1966), which established her presence in the music
scene with traditional enka melodies. Miyako's career featured frequent
appearances on the annual television special Kōhaku Uta Gassen, a prestigious
event showcasing top Japanese artists. She also ventured into acting, appearing
in the film Tora-san's Song of Love (1983), directed by Yoji Yamada. In 1984,
she announced her retirement from singing b...