Mari Iijima (飯島真理) is a Japanese singer-songwriter and voice actress born on May 18, 1963, in Tsuchiura, Japan. Working in idol kayō, J-pop, and pop, she is closely associated with anime music and character songs, and she remains best known to many listeners for her long-running connection with Macross, a landmark anime franchise.
Alongside her voice acting and solo releases, Iijima has built a career that moves between studio recordings, character performances, and pop-oriented songwriting. Her catalog reflects a balance of melodic J-pop and anison appeal, and her releases have included work through Victor Entertainment. In 2025, she released the album Leftovers and Cherry Blossoms, adding a recent chapter to a career that continues to matter to fans of classic anime music, voice actress singers, and Japanese pop tied to anime history.
