Mariko Takamura

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Mariko Takamura is a cultural icon for the deaf in Japan. She has overcome many barriers to deafness in her home country to the benefit of thousands of deaf people in Japan. It is in large part due to her that the Japanese people are more appreciative of deaf culture.

A talented performer, with a love for song, Mariko is a friend to many deaf people internationally, including the Wild Zappers, among others.