We were delighted to welcome guests from Taiwan who took part in our traditional Miko (shrine maiden) experience. Thank you for joining us!

At Wakeoe Shrine, you can have the rare experience of dressing up in the costumes of a shrine maiden or priest.

Wakeoe Shrine Official Website
https://wakeoe.com

MIKO & SHINTO PRIEST EXPERIENCE at Wakeoe Shrine

60 minutes of Japanese sacred culture Wear traditional miko (shrine maiden) or kannushi (Shinto priest) attireand step into the spiritual world of a Japanese s…

Rie Asai | 浅井りえ　Koto artist based in Japan

The SDGs project “Peace, Love & Hope” will be held on September 14th.

Why don’t you promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development with Rie & Shota through music and dance?

Shota Azechi 畦地 礁太

Cool-x official website
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Date of Birth : 9/18
From : Aichi
Height : 173cm
Blood Type : O

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Global Artist Resonance Series"Spring Sea"
– A Cultural Harmony of East and West

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime cultural concert in the heart of Japan.

Renowned koto artist Rie Asai collaborates with Austrian violinist Birgit Kolar, former concertmaster of the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, for a stunning cross-cultural performance that blends traditional Japanese music with Western classical influences.

Enjoy iconic works such as “Haru no Umi (Spring Sea)” by Michio Miyagi and “Kojo no Tsuki” by Rentaro Taki, alongside original compositions and serene prayers for peace.

The concert takes place in the Keiko Room (Performance Hall), Nagoya Noh Theater, a serene and acoustically rich setting perfect for this intimate musical experience.

Program

• Haru no Umi – Composed by Michio Miyagi
• Etenraku – Traditional Gagaku
• Trio No. 1 for Koto and Bass Koto (Jūshichi-gen) – Composed by Tsutomu Sakamoto
• Kojo no Tsuki – Composed by Rentaro Taki
• Sakura Variations – Composed by Rie Asai
• Prayer for Peace – Composed by Rie Asai
  …and more

Cast

Thank you very much for coming !
We were honored to share precious time with you through SHOGUN music concert.
Thanks again.

Produced and Performed by Rie Asai:Special Japanese Culture Stage at Nagoya Noh Theater

Special Japanese Culture Concert at Nagoya Noh Theater This is Japan’s first ever musical stage event designed specifically for international guests led by wor…

Rie Asai | 浅井りえ　Koto artist based in Japan

Thank you very much for coming to our special concert. We had a great time. We are honored to meet the people from overseas and make precious memories together. Thank you very much again.
Next time we will see you at Nagoya Noh Theater Practice Room. We can’t wait to see you.

Produced and Performed by Rie Asai:Special Japanese Culture Stage at Nagoya Noh Theater

Special Japanese Culture Concert at Nagoya Noh Theater This is Japan’s first ever musical stage event designed specifically for international guests led by wor…

Rie Asai | 浅井りえ　Koto artist based in Japan

Special Japanese Culture Concert at Nagoya Noh Theater

This is Japan’s first ever musical stage event designed specifically for international guests led by world renowned Koto artist Rie Asai. This special stage offers a captivating blend of traditional Japanese music, storytelling, and cultural immersion featuring SHOGUN era.

Owari Tokugawa governed current Nagoya area. Owari Tokugawa family is one of the three branch families of the house of Tokugawa.

Enjoy a unique theatrical performance featuring traditional Japanese musical instruments, the koto, sho, hichiriki, sangen, and kagura bells, Japanese bells, Japanese drums, accompanied by storytelling. The performance is inspired by the history of SHOGUN era.

Beyond the performance, you’ll have the rare opportunity to interact with the performing artists and try playing traditional Japanese instruments yourself.

The venue is Noh Theatre Practice Room, a hidden cultural gem rarely open to the public. Admire the majestic pine tree, beautifully painted on the stage backdrop, and experience the elegance of this historic setting up close.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to connect with Japan’s musical heritage in an unforgettable way!

This original stage production for international audiences is written, directed, and performed by renowned koto artist Rie Asai.

Cast

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The Inbound Project Nagoya Castle Premium Concert “Amano Iwato”, held on March 27th at the Peacock Room of Nagoya Castle, was a wonderful event attended by 30 guests.

We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who joined us.

It was a great honor to have guests from various nationalities, including the United States, the Philippines, Ukraine, and Germany, Sweden, and to be able to share this cultural experience together.
We look forward to welcoming you all!

Stage of April will be held on April 24.

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