Information reaching our news desk has it that popular Japanese musician, Luz Utaite has sadly passed away. Report released by his management revealed that the singer died on August 20, 2025.
The statement from his management reads; This unexpected loss has left a profound grief. We would like to express their deepest gratitude for his kindness and extended support during his lifetime. Following the wishes of his family, the funeral service will be held privately with only close relatives in attendance.
Luz whose real name whose is Koji Tatewaki was Born on July 23, 1993, Luz, in Fukui to a father was Japanese, while his mother had Filipino, German, and American ancestry, making him 1/8 Filipino and German-American.
He started his singing career way back in 2010, initially with simple broadcasts before transitioning into full-fledged song covers in the utaite scene. Over the next decade and a half, he participated in collaborative projects and released original music and albums.
In Utaite, Luz was a made with a voice in the upper register that was somewhat flat and quiet.
