Profile of "Palm" Members
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¡ Shiro NISHIZAWA (Ukulele & Vocal)

¡ Katsuhiko OCHIAI (Vibraphone & Percussion)

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Graduated from KEIO University (Economics) in 1964. Despite his gentle appearances, he is talented for all kinds sports. Belonged to Tai-ikukai Tennis Club during university days. He currently enjoys Golf of course, and Scuba Diving in the summer / Skiing (instructors' level) in the winter. Sings with beautiful voice, and with incredible memory of the lyrics.

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Graduated from KEIO University (Economics) in 1964.First class English ability because of his long overseas life (4 years in London & 5 years in New York). Excellent sense of rhythm, but his Karaoke choice is Japanese Enka (domestic folk songs). Sings in "falsetto" voice, whilst putting "corset" on the waist (due to his chronic lumbago.)

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¡ Masakatsu YUMIKETA (Bass & MC)

¡ Shin-ichiro HOSHINO (Guitar)

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Graduated from KEIO University (Commerce) in 1967.Genuine "Shonan Boy" (not quite young now though) as he has been living near beach of Chigasaki. He plays not only Hawaiian instruments but a cello for classical music, holding a home concert every year. Responsible for M.C. on a stage with his light, free and witty way of talks.

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Graduated from KEIO University (Commerce) in 1967.Many years ago he looked like Yuzo Kayama (handsome movie actor), but now he rather looks like Toshiyuki Nishida (fat comedy actor). Taking out the music score of 40 years ago, he often falls deep in his own memories of young days. On any stage, he always functions as a music/hula coordinator.

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¡ Mari HOSHINO (Manager)

Palm's activities can never be told without her managing competence. Thus,she is not only Shin-ichiro's wife but mama-san to all other members.She has been an enthusiastic fan of good-old-day folk songs, and her usual Karaoke number is "Gakusei Jidai" (Student Days). Having been deeply impressed by "sign-language" dancing, she now aims for becoming sign- language instructor herself.