Meiko Kaji, born Масако Ота on March 24, 1947, in Japan, is a renowned Japanese enka singer and actress. She gained international recognition when two of her songs, "Shura no Hana" and "The Flower of Carnage", were featured in the soundtracks of Quentin Tarantino's films "Kill Bill" and "Kill Bill Vol. 2". Her haunting voice and evocative performances have left a lasting impact on the enka genre and Japanese pop culture. Meiko Kaji is celebrated for her unique ability to blend traditional Japanese music with cinematic storytelling.

• Country: Japan
• Language: Swahili