Kitarō: Biography, Facts and Career
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Masanori Takahashi (高橋 正則, Takahashi Masanori; born February 4, 1953), professionally known as Kitarō (喜多郎), is a Japanese musician, composer, record producer, and arranger noted for his electronic-instrumental music, and is often associated with and regarded as one of the most prominent musical acts of new-age music. He won the Grammy Award for Best New Age Album for Thinking of You (1999), with a record 16 nominations in the same category. He received a Golden Globe Award for the original score to Heaven & Earth (1993).
Quick facts about Kitarō
- Full name: Kitarō
- Born: 1953-02-04
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Chef
- Wikidata ID: Q273652
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Kitarō?
Masanori Takahashi (高橋 正則, Takahashi Masanori; born February 4, 1953), professionally known as Kitarō (喜多郎), is a Japanese musician, composer, record producer, and arranger noted for his electronic-instrumental music, and is often associated with and regarded as one of the most prominent musical acts of new-age music.
What nationality is Kitarō?
Kitarō is Japan.
When was Kitarō born?
Kitarō was born on 1953-02-04.



