Let me introduce myself:
- Born in Kobe, Japan
- Studied shakuhachi making with Chikusen Tamai in Osaka
- Shakuhachi student of Katsuya Yokoyama
- Passed NHK broadcast audition for Japanese music
- Graduated 27th term NHK Japanese music training program for performing artists
- As a member of Pro Musica Nipponia, performed with the Gewandhaus Orchestra of Leipzip, Germany. Also performed in France, Belgium, and South Korea
- Has performed in the USA and in Canada under the sponsorship of the Japan Foundation
- Presently a member of ORA-J, Japanese ensemble of Orchestra Asia. http://www.ora-j.com Ongoing performances in China, South Korea, and Japan(ORA-J Concert Series)
- Solo recitals in Tokyo, performances at Wesleyan University, Trinity College, Teikyo-Post U.(all CT,USA)
- Main interest is shakuhachi honkyoku, solo works for shakuhachi developed by komuso (wandering monks). Professional work also includes broadcasting, theater, and recording,
