The Beauty of Japan presents the vibrant world of Japanese culture through traditional and contemporary performing arts. There are performance pieces that express Japan's sacred rituals, mythology, history, and festivals through dancing, singing and playing Japanese musical instruments such as Taiko (Japanese drumming), Koto (Japanese harp), and Fue (Bamboo flute). By showcasing Japan's serenity, strength, vibrancy, and beauty through visual, auditory, and sensory experiences, this concert serves as an inspiration for others to explore and appreciate the richness of Japanese culture. These are performances that cannot be seen very often in North America. This concert will appeal to those who are interested in Japan, or those who are unfamiliar with Japanese culture, or elderly Japanese Americans who cannot travel to Japan.
<span style="text-decoration: underline;">Performers:</span>
Rieko Kotoku (Dance and Taiko) Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/riedrumdance/">@riedrumdance</a> | <a href="http://www.RieDrumDance.com">www.RieDrumDance.com</a>
Gregory Wada, Lisa shigenaga, Madeline Do (Taiko)
Yukiko Matsuyama (Koto)
Miyo Uchida (Dance and Shamisen)
Taiko: Japanese drums, Koto: Japanese Harp, and Shamisen: Japanese three string instrument
Vendors
A few vendors will be selling Japanese items, snacks, and drinks. Kindly bring cash along.
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