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Akeboshi is the stage name of Yoshio Akeboshi, a Japanese singer-songwriter known for his acoustic folk-pop sound and bilingual lyrics.Born in Yokohama, Japan, Akeboshi gained international recognition after his self-titled debut album (2005), featuring the hit song 'Wind' used as the first ending theme for the anime Naruto. He studied music in Liverpool, UK, influencing his sound. Primarily a solo artist, he writes, sings, and plays guitar and piano, releasing music independently after his major label debut.

• Akeboshi moved to Liverpool, England, in 2001 to study at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), founded by Sir Paul McCartney. This experience significantly shaped his musical style.
• His song 'Wind', written and recorded while he was still a student in Liverpool, became a massive hit purely through downloads and word-of-mouth after being featured in Naruto, propelling him to fame without traditional promotion.
• Akeboshi often sings in both Japanese and English within the same song, creating a unique bilingual lyrical style that appeals to a broad audience.
• After releasing two albums ('Akeboshi' in 2005 and 'Roundabout' in 2007) through major label Epic Records Japan, he chose to become an independent artist, releasing subsequent albums ('Meet Along the Way' - 2009, 'Clap and Love / Story' - 2013) under his own label, Akeboshi Records.
• He is known for his dedication to his craft and maintaining a relatively private personal life outside of his music.