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The funeral of Kiki Kirin (75), who passed away on the 15th, was held and was attended by around 500 people from the entertainment industry, including actresses Yoshinaga Sayuri and Asada Miyoko, as well as around 1,000 fans. The chief mourner was her husband, musician Uchida Yuya. Her eldest daughter Yayako's husband, Motoki Masahiro, gave an interview before the funeral. Regarding Kiki's relationship with Uchida, Motoki commented, "She had an immeasurable purity, like a diamond in the rough. They had a unique way of communicating their feelings that only the two of them could understand." He also reflected on Kiki's personality, saying, "She loved to be close to people," and added, "Her love remains in the hearts of our family as a great charm." Attendees: Motoki Masahiro and others 9 minutes 43 seconds [Jiji Press]