Obituary: Keiko Yamamoto passed away on April 18, 2024.

On July 29, 2024, the official website of her agency, Aoni Productions, announced that voice actress Keiko Yamamoto passed away on April 18, 2024. She was 83 years old.

According to the announcement, " He passed away due to sepsis on April 18, 2024. The wake and farewell ceremony were held only for his next of kin.
The report was delayed due to the wishes of the bereaved family.

Mr. Yamamoto made his debut as a voice actor in 1963 with "Ken the Wolf Boy. He has been active in various works since the dawn of Japanese TV animation.
His representative works include "Chibi Maruko-chan" Yamada, "Sazae-san" Hanazawa-san (2nd generation), "Mouretsu Ataro" (1969) Ataro, "Tensai Bakabon" "Genso Tensai Bakabon" Bakabon, "Akado Suzunosuke" Akado Suzunosuke, "Bikkuri Man" Tenko Otoko Jack, "Gegege no Kitaro" (1996, 2007) Sand "Gegege no Kitaro" (1996, 2007): Sandakakeba (old woman).
Mr. Hanazawa of "Sazae-san" had a long-term role from 1972 to 2023.

We pray for his soul rest in peace.