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I really enjoyed the Japanese Kashima koto and English summer camp.New info!

この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿 Thank you very much for your help at the Himaka Kanko Hotel. Thank you very much! I was able to nurture the rich growth of my children. I learned a lot, such as the connection between the size of nature and art, helping each other with peers, and judging things from a global perspective. Many people supported us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

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Welcoming Guests from Hong Kong for Our Authentic Miko Experience.New info!

この投稿をInstagramで見る 別小江神社(@wakeoeshrine)がシェアした投稿 Today, we had the pleasure of welcoming a group of three guests from Hong Kong who joined our Miko (shrine maiden) experience ⛩️✨ During our conversation, we learned that they have visited Japan around 20 to 30 times in the past, and their Japanese was impressively fluent 😊 They shared with us that they chose WAKEOE Shrine because they wanted to experience wearing an authentic miko outfit, rather than a costume or cosplay. As fans of Japanese anime with a deep appreciation for Japanese culture, they listened very attentively to explanations about shrine manners and etiquette, which left a strong impression on us. They also took on the […]

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Fuga’s Summer Challenge!

Introducing the summer challenge of Fuga, one of our "Koto Kids."Please watch the Instagram video below. この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿

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New Blog Post by Rie Asai! Today’s theme is "The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum".

Rie Asai here with a brand-new blog update!Today's theme is "The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum".

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Promotional Video Released for “Tokugawa Yoshinao” – A Traditional Japanese Entertainment Experience for International Visitors

We are pleased to announce the release of the promotional video for "Tokugawa Yoshinao," a unique entertainment experience created especially for international visitors to Nagoya. この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿 この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿 Inspired by Japan's rich cultural heritage, this exclusive program offers guests an immersive introduction to traditional Japanese performing arts. After enjoying the stage performance, participants also have the opportunity to experience playing traditional Japanese instruments such as the koto, shamisen, and shime-daiko. We invite visitors from around the world to discover the beauty and spirit of Japanese tradition through this unforgettable cultural experience. Producer: Rie Asai

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Latin Music Project Start!

We will start the Latin Music Project at the "Koto Chikagei", in which Rie Asai will serve as the vice president.

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New Blog Post by Rie Asai! Today’s theme is about "Mr. Tsutomu Sakamoto."

New Blog Post by Rie Asai! Today’s theme is about "Mr. Tsutomu Sakamoto."

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"Kirakira no Kakera(Sparkling Fragmets)" Short Video Release

The social contribution song "Kirakira no Kakera" has been supported for a very long time. It is a song from the unit in which Rie Asai participates. We will introduce you in a short video. This song is also introduced on Rie Asai's blog. Social contribution and musicHello! I'm Rie Asai. When you travel around the world, you have many opportunities to think about social contribution. I think it was when I was about 10 years old. It was when I took a concert trip to Europe. I went around several countries, so I forgot which country it was, but when I arrived in a certain country. Children smaller than […]

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The new, Rie Asai's blog theme is "Bible and Koto, Japanese harp".

The new, Rie Asai's blog theme is "Bible and Koto, Japanese harp". "Bible and Koto, Japanese harp"https://en.kotochikage.com/Blog/Detail/2/14124 Psalm 98 5  Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth; Break for in song, rejoice and sing praises. 6 Sing to the Lord with the harp, with the harp and the sound of a psalm. by Rie Asai "Bible and Koto, Japanese harp" https://en.kotochikage.com/Blog/Detail/2/14124

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The next inbound stage will be decided on "Princess Kaguya"

Japan's oldest story, "Princess Kaguya", more than 1100 years ago, has been decided as the next work on the inbound stage. The producer is Rie Asai. Please look forward to it.

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Thank you very much for coming from the United States for the calligraphy experience.

Thank you very much for coming from the United States for the calligraphy experience. We experienced calligraphy and made a wonderful "cherry blossoms". It's a wonderful artwork. I also enjoyed the sound of the koto.

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I love you, Michael!

この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿 Rie Asai went to Michael Jackson's movie. Rie Asai, who learned a lot through studying abroad and research activities in the United States. For Rie Asai, Michael Jackson is his most respected artist, entertainer, and peace activist as the embodiment of his musicality, artistic beauty, and love for peace and humanity.

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