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Misaki Umei

#MUSIC

Born in Kakogawa City, Hyogo Prefecture, she began playing the piano at age 4 and the electone at age 6. He began composing music at the age of four. Graduated from Nishinomiya High School, Nishinomiya, Hyogo Prefecture, majoring in music composition. In January 2020, he released Misaki Umei Trio 1st Album "humoresque" from brilliant works. He has performed with Hiromi Uehara, kendrick scott, Masaki Hayashi, Takashi Aragaki, Eiko Ishibashi, Mugi Furukawa, Mika Nakajima, Kayoko Yoshizawa. Yoshizawa Kayoko. Kairi Yagi, SennaRin, Miliyah Kato, Shinya Kiyotsuka, (in no particular order. He has participated as a pianist/arranger in the live performances and recordings of artists such as Kayoko Yagi, Kairi Yagi, SennaRin, Miliyah Kato, Shinya Kiyotsuka, (in no particular order), and others. In addition, he will begin a solo project loosely in February 2023.
Official website: https://linktr.ee/umeboshi3333

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1000nen

#OTHER

A comedy duo from Yoshimoto Kogyo consisting of Minoru, born April 8, 1999 in Hyogo Prefecture, and Tokio Kinenhi, born June 19, 1998 in Chiba Prefecture. 45th year student at NSC Osaka in April 2022, they made it to the 3rd round of the M-1 Grand Prix while at NSC. (Fuji Television), and is currently based in Osaka. They are known for their intricate comic talent using detailed mime, and Minoru is also a skilled calligrapher. Tokio Kinen Hi also has a deep knowledge of puzzle solving and quizzes, so a wide range of activities can be expected from this duo.

Summer Whales

#MUSIC

Aoi (Vo/Gt) and Ryoga Kubo (Gt) are a band with a sound reminiscent of 90's alternative grunge rock and indie music from overseas, and ennui, husky vocals, which has been talked about on radio stations and live houses since their first performance, with their outstanding composition sensitivity and cool appearance. Their music, which mixes stylish, sharp rock with catchy pop arrangements, is packed with exciting developments and quality melodies. The seamless transition between English and Japanese lyrics, spun in a comfortable enunciation, is another of their charms.

Kaho Nakamura

#MUSIC

Born in 1992, musician, started his music career at the age of 20 in Kyoto. He continues to expand his musicality in various forms: solo, duo, and band. His appearance with new discoveries every time you see him will continue to expand his circle of resonance both in Japan and abroad. 2018 released the album “AINOU”. 2019 released 3 singles for distribution and a CD. 2019 “FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL” performance, and in December of the same year, he will hold his own project “Uta no Genzaichi 2019” at Shinkiba Studio Coast, Tokyo. Released “Aimir” in June 2021. She is the voice of Suzu / Belle, the main character in Mamoru Hosoda's latest film, “Ryu to Freckled Princess.

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katagiri jin

#STAGE

Born in 1973. Born in Saitama Prefecture. Graduated from Tama Art University.
Actor and plastic artist. Currently active in TV and stage, as well as drama and radio. Recent works include NTV's “New Airport Occupation,” NHK BS's “Ungiri Nizaemon Final,” and the stage play “Harold and Maude.” In 1999, began working as a sculptor in addition to his acting career. In 2019, he will hold his first overseas solo exhibition “Giri Exhibition Taiwan”; in 2021, he will hold “Hitoshi Katagiri Creative Encyclopedia Exhibition in Commemoration of 20th Anniversary of Clay Art” at Gallery AaMo in Tokyo Dome City.

Nagisa Murakami

#MUSIC

A singer-songwriter based in Tokyo, Japan. Her folk-rooted melodies, supple groove, and swirling voice are her most appealing features, and she has a unique power that makes her unique. In 2024, he will join the chorus of Yumaro Abe (never young beach) and Gusokumuzu's works as well.

PAPUN BAND

#MUSIC

Founded in 2007, the band quickly made waves by winning their debut appearance at the "TaiKe Rock Carnival," standing out among countless competitors. Their breakthrough continued in 2008 when they received the prestigious Ocean Star Award at the "Kunyao Ocean Music Festival," opening doors to performances at music festivals, school events, and various stages across Taiwan.

Over the years, they have released four full-length albums and one mini-album. Their music video for "Fish" has racked up over 19 million views on YouTube, while other tracks like "I’m Useless, Unable to Give You the Life You Want" and "Moonlight Beside the Moon" have captivated audiences worldwide, earning them a loyal global fanbase.

Naotaro Moriyama

#MUSIC

Born April 23, 1976, in Tokyo, Japan, folk singer, has been supported by people of all ages for his unique world view and one-of-a-kind voice since his major debut in October 2002 with the mini-album “Dry Song is Just Right for Fish Food”, and has continued to release songs and perform live regularly. In recent years, he has also expanded his activities as an actor, appearing in NHK Saturday dramas such as “Kokoro no Kizu wo Healing to Itsuka” and NHK's serial TV novel “Yale.” His acting skills have been highly evaluated, and he is also scheduled to appear in the movie “Natsu no Suna no Kamo” to be released on July 4, 2012.

sahoterao

#MUSIC

Born in Tokyo in 1981, she made her debut in 2007 with a piano storytelling album “Omi”. He has provided theme songs for Nobuhiko Obayashi's “Transfer Student: Sayonara Kimi” and Momoko Ando's “0.5mm”, produced music for commercials (KDDI, Kewpie, JA Mutual Insurance, etc.), and has written numerous newspaper (Nikkei, Hokkaido) and web articles as well as music. In addition to his original works, he has also been engaged in his life's work of discovering and rearranging old songs buried in the land. For six years, he was in charge of the “Prewar Music Exploration” series in Music Magazine. He has also been invited to participate in art projects throughout Japan, including “Sumida River Rage” (2021) in the East Tokyo area, “Contemporary Regional Tales” (2022) in Susaki, Kochi, and “Sense Island/Land” (2024) in Yokosuka, and his expressive activities through research are increasing. He organized the Big Issue support live “Rin Rin Fusu” by himself, which was held for the 11th time in 2024 at Tamahime Park, Yamatani. She has also teamed up with writer Erika Kobayashi to produce music reading plays that bring back to life the voices of women buried in history with music of the time, such as “Girls: Spinning and Weaving” about female workers and “Girls: Making Balloon Bombs” about female students who were mobilized for weapons manufacturing. She is also active in a three-piece band “Wakareru Fuyu ni Wakareru” with Reisaburo Adachi and Wataru Iga. His most recent music album is “Shu Shain. He is scheduled to release an album “Watashi no Suki no Roudou Uta” (My Favorite Labor Songs) in June 2025.

Aina the End

#MUSIC

In 2015, he started as a member of BiSH, a punk band without instruments, and made his major debut the following year; in 2021, he released his first album “THE END,” for which he wrote all the lyrics, and began his solo career in earnest; in June 2023, BiSH regretfully disbanded, and he is currently working as a solo artist.

Movie Director

#MOVIE #MUSIC

映画監督、小説家、作曲家。1963年1月24日生まれ、宮城県出身。1993年、オムニバスドラマ『ifもしも~打ち上げ花火、下から見るか? 横から見るか?』で、日本映画監督協会新人賞を受賞。1995年から順次公開された長編映画『Love Letter』は、アジア各国でも評判を得る。以降も数々の作品を手掛ける。

寺田学

#OTHER

1976年(昭和51年)秋田県横手市生まれ。横手高校、中央大学を卒業後、三菱商事に入社し東南アジア諸国を担当。2003年、秋田1区から衆議院議員に初当選。現在、7期目。在職20年。立憲民主党。国会では財務金融委員会・外務委員会・法務委員会にて筆頭理事、政治倫理審査会筆頭幹事を務め、政府においては内閣総理大臣補佐官に二度就任(菅直人内閣、野田佳彦内閣)。菅直人内閣では東日本大震災に係る原発事故対応等を、野田佳彦内閣では社会保障と税の一体改革を担当した。ライフワークは、教育の多様化、性犯罪の撲滅、音楽(特にLive)の振興。特に音楽分野では、Live、フェス開催に関するアーティストの在留資格等の諸課題解決をはじめ幅広くサポートに励み、相談が絶え間なく寄せられるようになる。

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