About Fumio Karashima
Lived 1948 – 2017 (aged 68). Fumio Karashima was a Japanese jazz musician, pianist and composer.
was a Japanese jazz pianist.
Life and career Karashima began playing the piano at the age of three. His father was a music teacher at Kyushu University; Karashima attended the same university.
Discography An asterisk (*) after the year indicates that it is the year of release.
As leader/co-leader
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Fumio Karashima?
Japanese jazz pianist, composer (1948-2017)
When was Fumio Karashima born?
Fumio Karashima was born on 9 March 1948 in Ōita Prefecture.
When did Fumio Karashima die?
Fumio Karashima died on 24 February 2017 in Tokyo.
What was Fumio Karashima's occupation?
Fumio Karashima was a jazz musician, pianist and composer.
What nationality was Fumio Karashima?
Fumio Karashima was Japanese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fumio Karashima. https://biography.guide/fumio-karashima/
MLA: "Fumio Karashima." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/fumio-karashima/.
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