Biography

Hitomi Shimatani (島谷ひとみ, Shimatani Hitomi) was born on September 4, 1980 in Kure, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. She is a talented J-pop singer who is currently signed to the Avex Trax label. Shimatani began her musical career as an Enka singer wit... Read more

Hitomi Shimatani (島谷ひとみ, Shimatani Hitomi) was born on September 4, 1980 in Kure, Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. She is a talented J-pop singer who is currently signed to the Avex Trax label. Shimatani began her musical career as an Enka singer with the release of her debut single "Ōsaka no Onna" (大阪の女, Ōsakan Woman) in 1999. However, she later transitioned to a dance/pop style for her music. She has gained recognition for her versatile vocals and captivating performances. In addition to her success in the J-pop music scene, Shimatani has also made a mark in the world of anime and video gam... Read more