# 'Hunter X Hunter' and 'Saiyuki' Musician Kenichi Kurosawa Passes Away <img src="http://i.imgur.com/5kNNaEy.png"> 2016 has been a ride for all of us especially those who work in the anime and entertainment industries. The official website of Kenichi Kurosawa has released a statement that he passed away last December 5 at the age of 48. The cause of his death is due to brain tumor. A private funeral service will be organized exclusive for his family members. The website will announce a memorial service for Kurosawa's fans in a later date. He is responsible for making the lyrics and music for the <i>Saiyuki</i> as well as the man behind the opening and ending theme songs for <i>Hunter x Hunter</i> OVA (2002) and <i>Hunter x Hunter: G I Final</i> OVA. For more information, you can check out <a href="http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2016-12-07/musician-kenichi-kurosawa-passes-away-at-48/.109591">Anime News Network</a>