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Blues singer inspired by ancient tomb mounds

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken May 11, 2014 shows blues singer "Marikofun," who sings about ancient tomb mounds, called "kofun" in Japanese. In the previous month, the musician, whose real name and age remain undisclosed, released her first album titled "Kofun de Kofun!" using two senses of "kofun," which means both "ancient tomb mound" and "excited."

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Women holding kotos and shamisens

These two women exude health and uninhibited spirit in their simple kimono. The viewer senses a natural, gentle inner beauty and warmth.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:R. Stillfried, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number76‐17‐0]

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Blues singer inspired by ancient tomb mounds

TOKYO, Japan - Photo taken May 11, 2014 shows blues singer "Marikofun," who sings about ancient tomb mounds, called "kofun" in Japanese. In the previous month, the musician, whose real name and age remain undisclosed, released her first album titled "Kofun de Kofun!" using two senses of "kofun," which means both "ancient tomb mound" and "excited." (Kyodo)