Yui Aragaki

Japanese actress and singer-songwriter

Yui Aragaki - Japanese actress and singer-songwriter
Born

June 11th, 1988
37 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Japan

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Gained recognition as an actress and singer-songwriter. Starred in the television series 'Code Blue', which was highly popular. Featured in the film 'Hirugao: Love Affairs in the Afternoon', receiving acclaim for the performance. Released multiple music albums, contributing significantly to the Japanese pop music scene.

Starred in 'Code Blue'

Appeared in 'Hirugao: Love Affairs in the Afternoon'

Released several music albums

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