Background
Sogabe, Akiko was born on June 1, 1945 in Mishima, Japan. Came to the United States, 1987. Daughter of Kaoru and Miki (Takahashi) Hirata.
Sogabe, Akiko was born on June 1, 1945 in Mishima, Japan. Came to the United States, 1987. Daughter of Kaoru and Miki (Takahashi) Hirata.
Student, Tokyo Flower Academy, 1970; diploma, Japan The Art Institute of Chicago, 1972.
Member Guild American Paper Cutters, Northcoast Collage Society, Society Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.
Married William Sogabe, January 29, 1971. Children: Steve, Sandy.