Torao Hikariyama, born Tevita L. Apina Jr. on January 3, 1996, in Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii, is a distinguished Hawaiian enka singer celebrated for his emotive performances and cultural contributions. His musical journey began at age four, inspired by enka legends like Kitajima Saburo. Hikariyama honed his craft under the tutelage of Craig Shimizu and gained prominence by winning a foreign talent singing competition on TV. He is a beloved figure in Hawaii's Bon dance festivals, often leading as an oar leader. In 2024, his hit song "Torao no Tairyobune" was remixed and dubbed by Tengaku Dub, resulting in the acclaimed "Tairyo Remix" and "Tempura Dub" tracks. ([hhv.de](https://www.hhv.de/en/records/item/torao-hikariyama-x-tengaku-dub-torao-no-tairyo-sen-tairyo-remix-tempura-dub-1168459?utm_source=openai))