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Korean Vocal Group La Speranza Successfully Completes Second Min-On Tour
From their opening performance in Aichi on September 26, 2026, to their grand finale in Kagoshima on October 20, La Speranza successfully completed a 14-show tour across Japan. This marked the group's second nationwide tour with the Min-On Concert Association,...
Min-On School Concerts Bring the Joy of Music to Kyushu (September 2026)
In September 2026, the Min-On Concert Association hosted school concerts in Fukuoka and Kagoshima prefectures featuring the musical duo Viento. Over 600 students in total attended the performances. Based in Kumamoto, Kyushu, Viento is a veteran duo comprising Banri...
Korean Vocal Group La Speranza Successfully Completes Second Min-On Tour
From their opening performance in Aichi on September 26, 2026, to their grand finale in Kagoshima on October 20, La Speranza successfully completed a 14-show tour read more…
When Music Brings Hearts Together—Interview with Korean Musical Singers Im Kang-sung and Lee Eun Yul
On June 2 and 3, 2026, the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association jointly presented read more…
“Music Is the Syrup of Life, the Sugar of Life”—Interview with Haitian Guitarist Amos Coulanges
On May 31, 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association, in cooperation with Minato City, read more…
Building Bridges Through Music and Dialogue—Interview with Panamanian Singer Patricia Vlieg
For Panamanian singer Patricia Vlieg, music has always been a place where people, languages and cultures meet. Raised amid Panama’s read more…
Korean Vocal Group La Speranza Successfully Completes Second Min-On Tour
From their opening performance in Aichi on September 26, 2026, to their grand finale in Kagoshima on October 20, La Speranza successfully completed a 14-show tour read more…
When Music Brings Hearts Together—Interview with Korean Musical Singers Im Kang-sung and Lee Eun Yul
On June 2 and 3, 2026, the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association jointly presented read more…
“Music Is the Syrup of Life, the Sugar of Life”—Interview with Haitian Guitarist Amos Coulanges
On May 31, 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association, in cooperation with Minato City, read more…
Building Bridges Through Music and Dialogue—Interview with Panamanian Singer Patricia Vlieg
For Panamanian singer Patricia Vlieg, music has always been a place where people, languages and cultures meet. Raised amid Panama’s read more…
Min-On School Concerts Bring the Joy of Music to Kyushu (September 2026)
In September 2026, the Min-On Concert Association hosted school concerts in Fukuoka and Kagoshima prefectures featuring the musical duo read more…
From Ghana to Japan, Music Brings People Together—Interviews with Christopher E.K. Gaba and Jeffrey Daniel Amoah
On May 29, 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association, in cooperation with Minato City read more…
🌍🤝 Min-On Participates in the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue
At the invitation of the Organizing Committee, Min-On representatives attended the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue in Baku, Azerbaijan, bringing together participants from around the world to promote peace through dialogue and cultural exchange.
During the forum, they exchanged views with H.E. Mr. Adil Karimli, Minister of Culture of Azerbaijan, H.E. Mr. Miguel Ángel Moratinos, UN Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the UNAOC, and other distinguished participants.
Through these meaningful exchanges, Min-On reaffirmed its commitment to connecting hearts across borders and fostering peace through music, cultural exchange, and dialogue. 🕊️🎶
#min_on #Azerbaijan #InterculturalDialogue #Peacebuilding #MusicBindsOurHearts
こんにちは。 シェアさせて頂きますね🙇 よろしくお願いいたします✨
Announcement “Ponts Sonores Paris 2025” Concert in France
The Min-On Concert Association proudly presents Ponts Sonores Paris 2025 – A Symphony of Friendship between France and Japan, a special concert celebrating cultural harmony through the universal language of music. Ponts Sonores Paris 2025 A Symphony of Friendship...
Results of the Second Preliminary Round: Tokyo International Conducting Competition 2024
Announcement of the Results of the Second Preliminary Round for The Tokyo International Conducting Competition 2024 Contestants who are listed below have passed the Second Preliminary Round of the Tokyo International Conducting Competition 2024 The Final Round of the...
Results of First Preliminary Round: Tokyo International Conducting Competition 2024
The announcement of the Results of the First Preliminary Round for The Tokyo International Conducting Competition 2024 No.56 KIKO Erika No.68 Kornilios Viktor MICHAILIDIS No.90 TAKAHASHI Tatsuma No.106 KANNARI Daiki No.124 YOSHIZAKI Ayano No.156 Nikita SOROKIN No.171...
Holding of the Contestants’ Briefing : Tokyo International Conducting Competition 2024
The contestants' briefing for the Competition was held on Sunday, October 6 The contestants' briefing for the Competition was held on Sunday, October 6 in the presence of Mr. Tadaaki Otaka, chairperson of the Panel of Judges, and Mr. Ken Takaseki, the judge. The First...
When Music Brings Hearts Together—Interview with Korean Musical Singers Im Kang-sung and Lee Eun Yul
On June 2 and 3, 2026, the Korean Cultural Center (KCC) of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association jointly presented the lecture concert “Korea-Japan Youth Concert Vol. 8: Korea-Japan Musical Gala Concert” at KCC Hammadang Hall...
“Music Is the Syrup of Life, the Sugar of Life”—Interview with Haitian Guitarist Amos Coulanges
On May 31, 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association, in cooperation with Minato City, presented the lecture concert “Poem and Rhythm from Haiti” at the Akasaka Civic Center Hall in Tokyo. The event commemorated the 70th...
Building Bridges Through Music and Dialogue—Interview with Panamanian Singer Patricia Vlieg
For Panamanian singer Patricia Vlieg, music has always been a place where people, languages and cultures meet. Raised amid Panama’s rich cultural diversity, she has built a musical journey that connects Latin America and Japan. In this interview, she reflects on the...
From Ghana to Japan, Music Brings People Together—Interviews with Christopher E.K. Gaba and Jeffrey Daniel Amoah
On May 29, 2026, the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Japan and the Min-On Concert Association, in cooperation with Minato City, presented Winneba Youth Choir of Ghana: Ghana’s Reset Through Youth, Culture, and Harmony at the Akasaka Civic Center in Tokyo. One of...
Bulgarian Ambassador Discusses Cultural Exchange at Min-On Culture Center
On September 17, 2026, H.E. Mrs. Marieta Petrova Arabadjieva de Descalzi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Bulgaria to Japan, visited the Min-On Culture Center together with Ms. Iliyana Kostova of the Embassy of the Republic of Bulgaria...
Malaysian Ambassador-Designate Discusses Cultural Exchange at Min-On Culture Center
On September 8, 2026, H.E. Dato' Ahmad Rozian Abd Ghani, Ambassador-Designate of Malaysia to Japan, visited the Min-On Culture Center together with Mr. Razween Abdul Razak, Minister Counsellor, Ms. Nora Azlinda Binti Jaapar, Counsellor, and Ms. Alia Mustaza, First...
President of Thailand’s Bunditpatanasilpa Institute Visits Min-On Culture Center
On September 8, 2026, Assist. Prof. Dr. Somkiat Pumipak, President of the Bunditpatanasilpa Institute of Fine Arts, visited the Min-On Culture Center together with 25 faculty members and students. The visitors were welcomed by Min-On President Koji Yamaguchi....
Polish Ambassador to Japan Visits Min-On Cultural Center
On August 19, 2026, H.E. Mr. Pawel Milewski, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Poland to Japan, visited the Min-On Cultural Center to bid farewell ahead of the completion of his tenure in Japan. He was welcomed by Min-On President Koji...