Koto Kids Performance: "Furusato" (Homeland) by Fuga
To commemorate our official visit to the Vatican in 2023 and our dedication performance, we held a concert in Nagoya. At the ending of the concert, we sang and danced “Furusato” together with everyone in the audience. Fuga, 3 years old.
Dedicated Koto Performance at Wakeoe Shrine (May 2nd & 3rd)
We are pleased to announce that a special Koto dedication performance (Gohono) will be held at Wakeoe Shrine. 別小江神社https://wakeoe.com
Rie Asai had the honor of offering a ceremonial performance at Eifukuji Temple.
On Wednesday, March 11, Rie Asai presented a sacred performance at Eifukuji Temple in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture. Eifukuji Official website:https://eifuku-ji.com
Rie Asai will participate in "Jun Sawaki the dinner show" at April 26th.
Rie Asai will participate in "Jun Sawaki the dinner show" at April 26th,2026.
Private Koto Lesson has started posting on Klook
Klook introduced our inbound private koto lesson. You can see the details and application for the lesson here.
Precious time
We are pleased to share a glimpse of our Japanese culture workshop specially designed for guests visiting from overseas.
Koto Kids Performance: "Mt. Fuji"
Introducing a performance by Fuga from Koto Kids. Fuga performed "Mt. Fuji," a song about Japan's most beloved mountain, through Koto playing and traditional dance.
Koto Kids Performance: "Imagine" with Sign Language
The Koto Kids performed "Imagine," expressing the song through sign language. Sign Language: Koto Chikage - Koto Kids Koto: Rie Asai (Note: Please embed the Instagram reel here as seen in the Japanese post.) この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿
Koto Chikage Presents: "Sakura Koto no Shirabe" on March 28
We are pleased to announce our upcoming concert, "Sakura Koto no Shirabe" (Melodies of Cherry Blossom Koto), presented by Koto Chikage. Connecting Japanese traditions— The heartfelt resonance of the Koto, just for you. For inquiries, please contact us at the details provided below.
Koto Kids Update: Young Talents Perform at the 49th Regular Concert of the Nagoya Sankyoku Federation
Two students from the Koto Kids department of Koto Chikage performed in the piece "Sakura 21" at the 49th Regular Concert of the Nagoya Sankyoku Federation.
Ensemble Performance of "Sakura Sakura" with Canadian Artist Quintin Bart
We were delighted to welcome Canadian artist Quintin Bart for a Koto experience. Despite this being his very first time playing the Koto, he learned with remarkable speed, and we were able to perform an ensemble of the traditional piece "Sakura Sakura" together. It was truly an honor to share this musical moment with him. Quintin Bart Official Website: https://www.quintinbart.com
The Regular Concert of the Nagoya Sankyoku Federation was held on February 15.
Discover Nagoya The Regular Concert of the Nagoya Sankyoku Federation was held on February 15. We, Koto Chikage, performed Genroku Hanami Odori, a traditional piece that has been passed down since the Edo period. The stage was beautifully adorned with the elegant sounds of traditional Japanese instruments — koto, shamisen, shime-daiko (small hand drum), and shō — creating a vibrant and festive atmosphere. この投稿をInstagramで見る Rie Asai(@koto_artist_rie)がシェアした投稿