Authentic Japan" in the Silence and Nature of Tenkyoin, Kyoto Professional Japanese instrumental group "Shosho" begins long-run performances

Shohjo (located in Sakyo-ku, Kyoto; CEO: Tomoya Nao), a musical unit that mainly performs taiko drumming, will begin a special program of long-run performances at Tenkyoin, a temple nestled in a bamboo grove in Rakusai, Kyoto, in the fall of 2025, offering a "quiet Japan" and "real Japan" experience. The program will be performed in the autumn of 2025 at Tenkyoin, a temple set in a bamboo grove in Rakusai, Kyoto. This is a program to prepare the body and mind through a dialogue with the beauty of Japan and nature of the four seasons, while immersing oneself in the live performance of Japanese musical instruments such as taiko, shinobue, koto, etc. On June 20 (Fri.), we will begin accepting applications for partnerships with travel agencies, lodging facilities, and luxury service providers that can offer this program to affluent visitors to Japan and travelers with a high level of wellness consciousness. We hope that you will take advantage of this one-of-a-kind experience of Japanese nature and traditional culture as a special proposition for your company.

Shojo

URL: https://www.instagram.com/kyoto_shojo_mindfulness

Features of this program

The "luxury of silence" of bamboo groves and temples away from the hustle and bustle, and "completely improvised performances" by professional performers of Japanese drums, shinobue (bamboo flute), koto (Japanese stringed instrument), and Japanese dance in harmony with nature. The most attractive point of this event is the "real" Japanese cultural experience, which cannot be found in tourist attractions. In this project, the music is performed without using musical scores, and is completely improvised in response to the sounds of nature at that moment. The sound of the wind, birds chirping, seasonal flowers and grasses, and the air - this performance, in which we receive these sounds with all five senses and weave sounds by focusing on the "here and now," overlaps with the practice of mindfulness and wellness. Please come and experience a once-in-a-lifetime sound experience where nature and the heart resonate with each other.

Flow of the experience】※Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes *Subject to change

1. welcome and relaxation (30 minutes): Time to stroll through the bamboo grove and stone garden and harmonize with nature.

　 *Recommended to serve Shojo's original sake "Rekoshu" brewed with the sound of taiko drums.

2.Japanese instrumental music and meditation session (30 minutes): Breathing and meditation experience with live music by Shojo.

3. quiet time (20 minutes) to relax and listen to the sound of wind, birds and rustling bamboo.

4. free time (+ meal option): free time to explore the temple grounds, kaiseki cuisine available as an option.

＜About "Reco Shochu

PDF: https://www.atpress.ne.jp/releases/440027/att_440027_1.pdf

Press release: https://www.atpress.ne.jp/news/347205

Japanese musical instrument performance x mindfulness Details】 Place: Tenkyoin Temple, Kyoto

Location: Kyoto Tenkyoin (Rakusei), 10 Kashihara Shigidani, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto

Date ： Weekdays (Reservation required)

Time : 10:30 / 13:00 / 15:30 (about 1 hour and 30 minutes each time)

Target ：International tourists, cultural experience oriented/wellness oriented travelers

Language: English guide pamphlet available, photography allowed

Capacity: Max. 30 people per session *Min. 5 people per session

Fee: 30,000 yen (per person, tax not included) + optional meals, etc.

Application: Direct message on Instagram or nao@sho-jo.com

Gensho-shu (Reco-shu)" brewed with Japanese drums by "Shojo" (Japanese drum)

Performer Profile

Chiya Nao

Born in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture. Born in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture, Nao is a taiko, shinobue, and shishimai (lion dance) performer. He became familiar with "Sanuki Shishimai" (Sanuki lion dance) at an early age, and started playing taiko at age 3, Tsugaru shamisen at age 11, and shinobue at age 20. He has performed as a taiko player in Japan and abroad, and in 2017 became the first Asian to officially participate in Burning Man in the US. In Italy, in addition to performing, he is the exclusive instructor of a taiko group. He participated in the movie "Burning Man" (released in 2021) as a taiko player, and in 2020, he formed the music unit "Shojo" to pioneer new expressions of Japanese instruments.

HP: https://sho-jo.my.canva.site/

Tomoya Nao

Keiko Hashimoto

Graduated from Osaka College of Music with a major in Japanese traditional music and completed the same major. Received the highest award upon graduation. Won the Gold Prize at the 4th National Traditional Music Ensemble Association of Japan Competition. In addition to traditional koto and sangen music, he has been actively involved in ensembles with western instruments, performing both in Japan and abroad. Lecturer at the Osaka College of Music and performer at the Osaka College of Music.

HP: https://www.keikohashimoto.com/

HASHIMOTO Keiko

Masaya Teramachi

Shinobue player from Miyazaki Prefecture. After having experience with taiko and shakuhachi, he now specializes in shinobue flute and performs both in Japan and abroad. He has attracted attention for his style of fusing traditional and contemporary music, and has participated in the opening ceremony video for "Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025" and the music for Capcom's new game "Kunitsugami.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/shinobueocha

TERAMACHI Hitoshi

Akiko Haze

Akiko Haze is familiar with Akita's festival music, and has been a member of the taiko performing arts group "Kodo" for about 6 years since 2012. As a shinobue player, she has performed with Tamasaburo Bando and Miku Hatsune, among others. After leaving the group, she has been based in the Kansai region and will play the lead role in "Schubertiade Tamba" in 2025.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/aki_hazzz

Akiko Doji

TAKAHito SAKAMOTO

Yokobue and taiko player. He first encountered Japanese instruments when he was in junior high school and has performed both in Japan and abroad. He studied flute under Takao Fujisya and received the Hyogo Prefecture "Young Artist's Award" in 2022. He pursues his own unique style based on the theme of the sound of Japanese instruments and prayer.

HP: https://www.shuto-sakamoto-official-web-site.com/

TAKAHito SAKAMOTO

Hanayagi Marishizuki

Hanayagi Marishizuki studied Nihon buyo (traditional Japanese dance) under the Hanayagi influx in 2004, obtained Natori in 2007, and a Shihan (master's degree) in 2014. She is a certified curator and explores Japanese dance while deepening her knowledge of Japanese culture and the arts in general. She has experience performing at the National Bunraku Theatre and other venues.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/marishizuki_hanayagi/

Hanayagi Yoshiaki Shigetsu

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