The Sound of Japanese Spirits presented by Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall

This Summer, the Masters of Traditional Japanese Music Share the Aesthetic Soul of Japan Through Sound

KANAZAWA, Japan, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer in Kanazawa, a rare opportunity awaits: a transcendent musical experience where Japan's deepest cultural sensibilities are brought to life through sound.

"The Sound of Japanese Spirits" is a new series of performances designed especially for international travelers, offering a window into the soul of Japan through its traditional music—enhanced with English narration. From July to August, this intimate series of concerts will welcome masters of Japanese instruments including Koto, Yokobue flute, Min'yŠfolk singing, Wadaiko drums, and classical Hayashi ensemble music. These artists are not only virtuosos in their fields but also cultural ambassadors, many based in Kanazawa and acclaimed across Japan for their artistry and refinement.

Set in the atmospheric Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall, a historic venue nestled in the heart of the city's preserved chaya district, each performance features a duet of musicians delivering rich, immersive renditions of Japan's ancient soundscape. More than a concert, it is a multi-sensory experience—one that invites reflection on the elegance, discipline, and spiritual depth embedded in Japanese culture.

This new initiative follows in the footsteps of the Hall's acclaimed geisha stage performances and rakugo storytelling events, marking another milestone in Kanazawa's ongoing efforts to present its cultural heritage in meaningful and contemporary ways.

Whether you're passing through Kanazawa or making it your destination, these Friday afternoon performances offer a resonant memory of Japan—crafted for the mind, heart, and spirit.

To learn more about this unique cultural experience, you can also check the full event listing on Kanazawa Biyori: https://www.kanazawabiyori.com/event/event_117341.html

Event Details
Dates: Every Friday, July 4 – August 22, 2025
Time: 16:00 PM – 16:50 PM (Doors open at 15:45 PM)
Venue: Asanogawa Enyukai Hall, Kanazawa
Tickets: ¥6,000 (incl. tax; non-refundable; not open to children under 7)
Reservations: Online, available until 15:45 PM on the day of each performance

Scheduled Performers:
Utafusa Tsuriya – Koto
Tamae Mochizuki – Hayashi percussion
Mai Tosha – Yokobue flute
Garen Kitamura – Koto
Aya Kagayama – Folk vocals
Hiroyuki Iwaki – Wadaiko drums

**Organizer & Contact:**
Asanogawa Enyukai Hall, Kanazawa
TEL: +81-76-256-0908
https://kanazawa-asanogawaenyukai.com/

Contact Information
Company Name: Kanazawa Biyori Co., Ltd.
Address:
Sanpia Izumigaoka 511, 255 Fushimishinmachi,
Kanazawa City, Ishikawa 921-8172, Japan
Website: info@kanazawabiyori.com
Representative: Tatsunori Kita
Phone: +81-76-255-7663

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The Sound of Japanese Spirits presented by Kanazawa Asanogawa Enyukai Hall

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