Sounds of Kyoto: Koto & Hichiriki Live Performance

Wed, 25 Mar, 2026 at 05:30 pm UTC-07:00

1125 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States, Arizona 85003 | Phoenix

Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Publisher/HostJapanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Sounds of Kyoto: Koto & Hichiriki Live Performance
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Please follow the ticket link to purchase tickets. Join us for an intimate evening of traditional Japanese music set in the tranquil beauty of a serene garden. This special concert features Kyoto-based koto artist Yumi Nishio, whose delicate and evocative playing brings the rich tones of the koto to life; renowned hichiriki master Ryousuke Fukami, whose expressive wind instrument adds depth and emotion to each piece; and the soulful sounds of the Shinobue bamboo flute, completing a harmonious collaboration.
Audiences will be treated to a rare blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese music, where gentle koto strings meet the rich, resonant tones of the hichiriki and the lyrical melodies of the Shinobue. From classical court-inspired pieces to innovative modern arrangements, this performance offers a journey into the elegance, subtlety, and emotional depth of Japanese musical tradition, brought to life by some of Japan’s most distinguished performers.
· Koto – A traditional Japanese stringed instrument, typically with 13 strings stretched over movable bridges. It is played by plucking the strings with finger picks, producing a soft, elegant, and melodic sound often used in classical and contemporary Japanese music.
· Hichiriki – A small, double-reed Japanese wind instrument, similar in tone to an oboe but with a distinct, hauntingly rich sound. It is commonly used in Gagaku (ancient Japanese court music) and provides a deep, expressive voice in ensemble performances.
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1125 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ, United States, Arizona 85003

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