Thank You for Attending the "Kinshū no Shirabe" Concert
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all of you who attended the recital featuring our young students (disciples).
Osaka Expo: Portugal Pavilion: Thank you for joining the :PAPERCUTZ +ENZEMBLE Concert
Osaka Expo: Portugal Pavilion: Thank you for joining the :PAPERCUTZ +ENZEMBLE Concert It was also featured on Portugal at Expo 2025 Osaka Official Websitehttps://portugalexpo2025.pt/en/whats-on/papercutz-plus-ensemble-at-portugal-pavilion-in-osaka/ Portugal at Expo 2025 Osaka この投稿をInstagramで見る Portugal Expo 2025(@portugalexpo2025)がシェアした投稿
Rie Asai Joins the :PAPERCUTZ Concert at the Portugal Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka
On Thursday, October 9, koto artist Rie Asai Joins the :PAPERCUTZ Concert at the Portugal Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka. This concert will feature :PAPERCUTZ, one of Portugal’s leading artists, and will serve as a cultural bridge between Portugal and Japan. We would be honored if you could join us at the Portugal Pavilion to enjoy this unique musical exchange.
[Appearance Confirmed] Koto Artist Rie Asai, Who Performed a Votive Offering at the Vatican, to Appear as a Guest on Dance & Vocal Group Cool-X's Program "Cool-X no Cross Shiyouze!
Koto artist Rie Asai, who is globally active, including her performance as a votive offering at the Vatican, has been confirmed to appear as a guest on the TV program "Cool-X no Cross Shiyouze!" hosted by the dance & vocal group Cool-X, originating from Osu, Nagoya. The two parties have previously performed together on social contribution stages themed around SDGs at venues such as Nagoya Castle, halls, and beach festivals. This time, titled "Crossing with the Local Community! ②," a unique collaboration between Koto and Dance & Vocal will be showcased. ■Program Appearance Details Program Name: Cool-X no Cross Shiyouze! Broadcaster: Me-Tele (Nagoya TV) Broadcast Date & Time: Friday, October 10, 2025, 1:29 AM - […]
Private Koto Lesson with a Professional Musician in Nagoya Info
New Guest Review: Calligraphy & Traditional Music Experience Dear Claudiane Favreau Thank you for your Instagram post. Thank you for a wonderful time. この投稿をInstagramで見る Claudiane Favreau(@claudianefavreau)がシェアした投稿 In addition to our guest reviews, Koto Chikage offers a variety of experiences for tourists visiting Japan. Guests can enjoy:Traditional Music & Calligraphy Lessons,Miko (Shrine Maiden) Experiences,Other hands-on Japanese cultural workshops These activities provide a wonderful opportunity to experience authentic Japanese culture in a fun and engaging way. Learn more about all experiences here:
Rie Asai will Collaborate with Cool-X on “Cool-X no Cross Shiyouze!”
Rie Asai will appear on the program “Cool-X no Cross Shiyouze!” to perform a koto collaboration on the hit song “PLAY” by Coo-X. Please look forward to this special fusion of traditional and contemporary music! 『Cool-Xのクロスしようぜ！』→ https://www.nagoyatv.com/coolx
Koto Kids Performance at “Machinaka Geihiro in Daido Steel Phenix Square” – Nov. 16 (Sun)
We are pleased to announce that on Sunday, November 16, 2025, Rie Asai and Koto Kids will perform at the Machinaka Geihō in Daido Steel Phenix Square, part of the Yattokame Cultural Festival 2025. the Performers: Koto Kids Yattokame Cultural Festival 2025https://yattokame.jp/2025/ The Yattokame Cultural Festival 2025 kicks off on October 25, leading up to this grand finale event featuring Tsujikyōgen (street Noh), koto music, and street kabuki, wrapping up the festival in spectacular fashion. この投稿をInstagramで見る 別小江神社(@wakeoeshrine)がシェアした投稿 Admission is free — we warmly invite you to attend!
Rie Asai's Official Blog "Tsurezure Naru Mama ni" Has Launched
Rie Asai's new blog, titled "Tsurezure Naru Mama ni," is now live. You can read it in Japanese here: https://kotochikage.com/Blog/2 And in English here: https://en.kotochikage.com/Blog/2 Please check it out!
Thank you for attending the Global Artists Series "Echos of Dreams" – A Cultural Harmony of East and West
On September 20, we held our “Global Artist Kyōsō Series ‘Spring Sea’” concert. It was a full house. We sincerely thank everyone who came. We also received beautiful flowers from CBC TV. Thank you very much from the bottom of our hearts.
Featured on the Aichi UNICEF Association Website
We are honored to have been featured on the website of the Aichi UNICEF Association. During the “SDGs Special Project: Let’s Do SDGs through Music & Dance! ‘Peace, Love & Hope’” event held on September 14, we made donations to the Aichi UNICEF Association and the Japan-Ukraine Culture Association. 9月14日（日）箏曲千景の会 浅井りえ様、Cool-X 畦地礁太様からご寄付いただきましたOn Sunday, September 14, Rie Asai of Koto Chikage and Shouta Uzechi of Cool-X made donations. https://unicef-aichi.jp/2025/09/15/post-12861 We are deeply grateful for the recognition. It is a privilege for all of us who participated in the performance to contribute in this way.