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Join the spectacular performance night by three Japanese artists, Sakurako Tanaka, Nozomi Fukushima, and Saaya Matsumoto!

The night begins with Japanese songs with original Noh dance specially choreographed for the night, followed by some highlights of famous classical Noh performances. Prepare to be dazzled by a blend of rich Japanese culture of unique musicality and performing arts.

The second part will be brimming with creative melange of western pop, Disney, musicals, Ghbli, J-pop, and more 🎶
How will Saaya (piano), Nozomi (vocal), and Sakurako (dance) interpret various music through their distinct disciplines?

The ticket price includes a welcome drink and Japanese tapas starter. We encourage to arrive between 5:30 and 6pm to settle in comfortably to enjoy the first performance that is scheduled to start at 6pm. The whole menu will be available to order throughout the evening, with all the favourites of teriyaki salmon, miso marinated black cod, pink punk sushi, pork katsu, king prawn tempura, assorted sashimi moriawase, and more! Be sure to leave room for our special home made Japanese desserts like matcha cake, Hojicha roasted green tea terrine, daikichi créme caramel, and matcha ice cream.

Now let’s meet the three performers on a musical journey bridging the east and west!

About Sakurako Tanaka
Sakurako was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan. After spending her time at Shirayuri Gakuen for 15 years, she came to the UK to study drama at the Royal Holloway University of London and happen to encounter Ballroom and Latin Dance Sport and Japanese Noh theatre. As a solo competitive ballroom and Latin dancer, she won many UK champion titles and some world champion titles in less than three years. While competing across the UK, she also deepened her understanding of Japanese culture through Noh by supporting professional Noh actors coming to the UK. She has been actively performing both disciplines at events such as BAFTA, Japan Matsuri, Royal Holloway University of London, SOAS University, Japan House London to bridge Japan and the UK through performing arts.
Sakurako Tanaka Website

About Nozomi Fukushima
Nozomi was born in Fukuoka prefecture. After having graduated from Shuyukan High School, she entered Tokyo University of the Arts and trained in the Department of Vocal Music as Soprano. In summer 2019, she flew to New York on her own. During her two- week stay, she watched 15 musical shows and became even more fascinated by the musical world. She has been studying Musical Theater since June 2022 in London with Mary Hammond, Karen Rabinowitz, and Lily Kerhoas. Currently, she is studying in MA Musical Theatre at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Dance & Music. She has appeared in numerous musicals and plays such as “Guys and Dolls,” “Footloose,” “The light in the Piazza” and “Spring Awakening.”
Nozomi Fukushima Website

About Saaya Matsumoto
Saaya was born in Miyakonojo, Japan in 1991, and began her piano studies at the age of three. With her parents’ love for music, she developed an interest in jazz by the age of 18 and moved to Fukuoka to her pursue studies. 
As the pianist of the big band “Advanced Music Gallery”, she joined the vocalist and flugelhorn player TOKU in his recording of “Dear Mr. SINATORA” and his tour in 2015 and 2016. Her debut album “Precious” was released in October 2022, showcasing her talents as both a composer and performer. 
Saaya relocated to London, United Kingdom in March 2023 to expand her musical horizons and share her passion for jazz with new audiences.
Saaya Matsumoto Website