Twotone Aoki
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, better known by his stage name is a Japanese impressionist
from Kanagawa Prefecture
. His son, Ryūji Aoki
, is also an impressionist.
Impressionist (entertainment)
An impressionist or a mimic is a performer whose act consists of imitating the voice and mannerisms of others. The word usually refers to a professional comedian/entertainer who specializes in such performances and has developed a wide repertoire of impressions, including adding to them, often to...
from Kanagawa Prefecture
Kanagawa Prefecture
is a prefecture located in the southern Kantō region of Japan. The capital is Yokohama. Kanagawa is part of the Greater Tokyo Area.-History:The prefecture has some archaeological sites going back to the Jōmon period...
. His son, Ryūji Aoki
Ryūji Aoki
is a Japanese impressionist and singer from Kōnan-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture. He is currently affiliated with the entertainment office Ken's Family...
, is also an impressionist.
Impression repertoire
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