Akiko Shikata  

Akiko Shikata is a renowned singer-songwriter and composer hailing from Tokyo, Japan. Her work has significantly contributed to the video game series Ar Tonelico and Shadow Hearts. Additionally, she provided her expertise on Umineko no Naku Koro ni's music, including the OP Theme for the Visual Novel and Anime. Recently, Akiko released her second maxi single, Inori no Kanata, which serves as the Tales of Symphonia TETHEALLA Hen ED Theme. She is proficient in singing in multiple languages such as Italian, German, English, Celtic, and Hymmnos, Ar Tonelico's official language.