Tokyo, 03, April, 2023: The sad news coming from the Japanese Music industry. The renowned music composer and and member of pioneering electronic act Yellow Magic Orchestra passes away at the Age of 71. Know his about him, his achievements and awards he won in his career.

About Ryuichi Sakamoto

Ryuichi Sakamoto was a Japanese composer, pianist, and electronic musician. He was born on January 17, 1952, in Tokyo, Japan. He started playing the piano at a young age and later studied music composition and electronic music at the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music.

Ryuichi Sakamoto Career Overview

Sakamoto was known for his innovative and eclectic musical style, which combines elements of classical music, rock, pop, and electronic music. He had released numerous albums as a solo artist and has also collaborated with other musicians, including David Sylvian, Iggy Pop, and David Byrne.

In addition to his music career, Sakamoto has also worked as an actor and film composer. He won an Academy Award for Best Original Score for his work on the film “The Last Emperor” in 1988. He has also composed music for several other films, including “Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence” and “The Revenant.”

Ryuichi Sakamoto Awards

Sakamoto is widely regarded as one of the most influential and innovative musicians of his generation. He has received numerous awards and accolades for his work, including the Order of the Arts and Letters from the French government and the World Soundtrack Lifetime Achievement Award.

Ryuichi Sakamoto has won Oscar and Grammy for the 1987 movie “The Last Emperor.” He also worked as an actor and worn BAFTA Award for the film “Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence” in 1987.

Ryuichi Sakamoto Death Reason

In June 2022, Sakamoto has announced that he is battling from Cancer (Stage-4). Previously he got recovered with throat cancer in 2014 and rectal cancer in 2021. So, Ryuichi Sakamoto death reason is Cancer.