Born in Iwafune, Tochigi-prefecture, Chieko joined Ondekoza in 1976 and thus began her encounter with folk dancing.



Since the formation of Kodo, Chieko has carved out a niche for herself as one of the few female regularly performing members of Kodo. She is noted for the original style of her dancing in Kodo's taiko-based performance.



She now also performs as a member of the three female voice and dance ensemble, 'Hanayui'. Through 'Hanayui' and her solo performance series 'Yikiai,' Chieko enjoys ever expanding her repetoire and meeting new and stimulating people.