Japanese Contemporary Dance

This incredible performing artist is the sole performer and creator of this unique style of Japanese contemporary dance. Blending elements of traditional Japanese dance, modern Japanese dance, chakra vocals, live Japanese calligraphy art, and acting, she creates an intense and expressive theatrical show that has mesmerised audiences around the world. 

Each of her delicately choreographed dances tell their own individual story and are performed to a soundtrack that comprises Japanese Taiko, Japanese folk music known as Minyo, Shakuhachi the bamboo flute and Shamisen the Japanese banjo. Cirque du Soleil artist Pierre Dubé, the composer behind Mystere, composed the soundtrack. These shows are as enchanting to listen to as they are to watch.

From high-energy, high-impact performances with dramatic Japanese inspired dance and theatrical use of props, to more melodic performances of a slower-pace, our Japanese dancer can tailor her performance to match the tone of any event. Whether you need a loud performance that will immediately grab attention as an after dinner show or at a large-scale event, or something more understated to entertain at a drinks reception or gallery show. 

During her contemporary Japanese dance shows our performer wears a variety of traditional Japanese items of clothing, including a Kimono and Japanese Geta Sandals, as well as props including a Sensu (fan), Kasa (umbrella) and Katana (sword). Striking a dramatic figure on stage, she further enhances this visual aesthetic with Japanese calligraphy paintings using Japanese Kanji based on the four elements: Earth, Water, Wind and Fire. 

She has performed her unique Japanese inspired dance at a variety of events around the world including: Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles, Southern California Nisei Week Festival, SoCal Cherry Blossom Festival, San Diego Japan day and at events in Lithuania and India. 

To find out more about booking a contemporary Japanese dance performance for your event, get in contact with our Entertainment Co-ordinators.