Singer Frank Nagai dead at 76

Singer Frank Nagai dead at 76

TOKYO, Japan - This file photo taken in June 1984 shows Japanese singer Frank Nagai (R) singing with Japanese songstress Kazuko Matsuo at Tokyo's Nakano Sunplaza. Frank Nagai, known for smash hits such as ''Yurakucho de Aimasho,'' died of pneumonia Oct. 27, people close to him said Nov. 2. He was 76. He partnered with Matsuo in duets for songs such as ''Tokyo Night Club.''

Justice minister, singers join ceremony to support people serving time

Justice minister, singers join ceremony to support people serving time

Justice Minister Yoko Kamikawa (far L) joins (from L) actor-cum-singer Ryotaro Sugi, songstress Ayumi Hamasaki and pop group Exile member Atsushi Sato in a ceremony at Tokyo's Justice Ministry on April 22, 2015. The singers are among 14 entertainers assigned to support the rehabilitation of detainees at prisons and reformatories. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Veteran Japanese female singer performs in Beijing

Veteran Japanese female singer performs in Beijing

Veteran Japanese songstress Yoko Seri, whose songs became smash hits in China in the 1980s, performs in Beijing on Nov. 13, 2015. The event was organized by the Japanese Embassy in the Chinese capital to help promote friendship through cultural exchanges between the two countries. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Singer Frank Nagai dead at 76

Singer Frank Nagai dead at 76

TOKYO, Japan - This file photo taken in June 1984 shows Japanese singer Frank Nagai (R) singing with Japanese songstress Kazuko Matsuo at Tokyo's Nakano Sunplaza. Frank Nagai, known for smash hits such as ''Yurakucho de Aimasho,'' died of pneumonia Oct. 27, people close to him said Nov. 2. He was 76. He partnered with Matsuo in duets for songs such as ''Tokyo Night Club.'' (Kyodo)