All eyes are on HOME this Japan Week as it will see a series of Japanese performers take to its stage. Expect traditional music, dance and more as the culture of Japan is brought to life right here in Manchester,
19:00 – 21:00
Tickets will be available to book here very soon.
Booking is essential
See the list of performers on Tuesday 9 September below:
Sada Susa daiko are a Japanese taiko drum team.
Formed around the historic Susa Shrine, they have recently celebrated their 43rd anniversary.
They perform at events both within and outside the prefecture and teach at local elementary and junior high schools. Through these activities, they contribute to promote their region and collaborate with schools on educational initiatives.
“Through our performance of Medakimen Daiko, we hope audiences feel the rich culture and history of ancient Izumo. By sharing the powerful rhythms of taiko drumming, we strive to break down barriers between nations and generations, aiming for a stage where performers and audience become one.”
Singer-songwriter Mika Kobayashi established her independent label, “miccabose” in 2016.
As a solo artist performing piano and vocals, she has released albums and actively toured overseas, mainly across Europe and China, establishing herself as a true live performer.
She is also highly regarded as a vocalist, contributing to numerous soundtracks including the anime series “The Promised Neverland,” “Attack on Titan,” “Gundam UC,” the NHK morning drama “Mare,” and the video game “FINAL FANTASY XI”.
Aichi shukutoku university Wind orchestra are the wind orchestra of Aichi Shukutoku University. They frequently organize and perform their our own concerts and hold charity concerts to support disaster recovery and family concerts for children, to bring the joy of wind music to people of all ages.
“We hope you enjoy our performance!”
“Samurai Artist Kamui” is a unique fusion of aesthetic form, theatrical performance, and martial arts. They have performed in over 30 countries and approximately 150 cities around the world.
Leader Tetsuro Shimaguchi was selected to choreograph and appear in Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill Vol.1, playing the role of “CRAZY 88′ MIKI”.
“As Samurai Artist KAMUI, we promote SAMURAI as Japanese culture and art to the world.”
