Music Journey
An ongoing series on the music and culture of countries around the world through photos and videos
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School Concerts Bring Argentine Tango to Classrooms in Tokyo and Kanagawa
In January 2026, Min-On Concert Association brought the vibrant sounds of Argentine tango into school gymnasiums, holding two educational concerts in Tokyo and Kanagawa featuring the ensemble Pablo Valle Sexteto. Approximately 700 students attended. The concerts were...
Min-On Tango Series Vol. 55: Pablo Valle Sexteto Launches Japan Tour
The Min-On Tango Series returned with its 55th edition as “Pablo Valle Sexteto: A History of Tango” officially launched its Japan tour. The ensemble, led by Argentine pianist and music director Pablo Valle, arrived in Japan on January 13. On the following day, January...
Korean Religious Studies Scholars Visit the Min-On Culture Center
On February 13, 2026, a delegation of scholars from the Korean Academy of New Religions and the Korean Association for Religious Studies read more…
Portuguese Ambassador to Japan Visits Min-On Culture Center
On January 29, 2026, H.E. Mr. Gilberto Jerónimo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Portugal to Japan, visited the Min-On Culture Center, where he was welcomed read more…
School Concerts Bring Argentine Tango to Classrooms in Tokyo and Kanagawa
In January 2026, Min-On Concert Association brought the vibrant sounds of Argentine tango into school gymnasiums, holding two educational concerts read more…
Min-On Tango Series Vol. 55: Pablo Valle Sexteto Launches Japan Tour
The Min-On Tango Series returned with its 55th edition as “Pablo Valle Sexteto: A History of Tango” read more…
Korean Religious Studies Scholars Visit the Min-On Culture Center
On February 13, 2026, a delegation of scholars from the Korean Academy of New Religions and the Korean Association for Religious Studies read more…
Portuguese Ambassador to Japan Visits Min-On Culture Center
On January 29, 2026, H.E. Mr. Gilberto Jerónimo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Portugal to Japan, visited the Min-On Culture Center, where he was welcomed read more…
School Concerts Bring Argentine Tango to Classrooms in Tokyo and Kanagawa
In January 2026, Min-On Concert Association brought the vibrant sounds of Argentine tango into school gymnasiums, holding two educational concerts read more…
Min-On Tango Series Vol. 55: Pablo Valle Sexteto Launches Japan Tour
The Min-On Tango Series returned with its 55th edition as “Pablo Valle Sexteto: A History of Tango” read more…
Min-On Music Journey No. 102: Republic of Mozambique
Welcome to Min-On’s Music Journey! Today we invite you to accompany us to the Republic of Mozambique read more…
Indonesian University Delegation Visits the Min-On Culture Center
On January 22, an Indonesian university delegation, including Dr. Devie Rahmawati of the University of Indonesia, visited read more…
¡Feliz cumpleaños, Rodrigo Morel! 🎉
El 7 de febrero, el cantante Rodrigo Morel celebró su cumpleaños durante la gira de la Serie Tango de Min-On.
Una pequeña sorpresa entre bastidores por parte de la familia del tango hizo que el día fuera aún más especial. 🥰
Disfruten de este alegre momento detrás del escenario, lleno de música, amistad y celebración. 💃🎶✨
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Happy Birthday, Rodrigo Morel! 🎉
On February 7, singer Rodrigo Morel celebrated his birthday during the Min-On Tango Series tour.
A small backstage surprise from the Tango family made the day even more special. 🥰
Enjoy this joyful behind-the-scenes moment filled with music, friendship, and celebration. 💃🎶✨
#min_on #minontango #happybirthday #musicbindsourhearts
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...
Music Can Help Light the Path Toward Peace—Interview with OPUS503
In September 2025, Min-On hosted the El Salvador–Japan Friendship Concert, co-organized with the Embassy of El Salvador and Japan’s Agency for Cultural Affairs. The two concerts featured OPUS 503, a lyrical pop trio of operatic singers—José Guerrero, Mauro Iglesias...
“The sharing of music, art, and culture cultivates empathy and mutual understanding among people.” – Interview with the Ambassador of El Salvador
On the occasion of El Salvador and Japan marking the 90th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, the Min-On Concert Association had the chance to interview His Excellency Diego Alejandro Dalton Rosales, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic...
“Music is a vital force that connects people” – Interview with Tadas Motiečius & Vytautas Kiminius
In August this year, we hosted the Lithuania Lecture Concert, featuring two outstanding Lithuanian musicians: accordionist Mr. Tadas Motiečius and birbynė player Mr. Vytautas Kiminius. Following their performance,we had the opportunity to interview them about their...
“Music Has the Force to Bring Light into Darkness” – An Interview with Curly Strings
The Curly Strings recently concluded a highly successful tour of Japan, staging 8 performances in 8 cities between September and October. Curly Strings Curly Strings is a four-piece Estonian ensemble formed in 2012 by folk-music graduates who set out to create a...
Korean Religious Studies Scholars Visit the Min-On Culture Center
On February 13, 2026, a delegation of scholars from the Korean Academy of New Religions and the Korean Association for Religious Studies visited the Min-On Culture Center, where they were welcomed by President Yamaguchi and other representatives. The delegation...
Portuguese Ambassador to Japan Visits Min-On Culture Center
On January 29, 2026, H.E. Mr. Gilberto Jerónimo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Portugal to Japan, visited the Min-On Culture Center, where he was welcomed by Min-On President Koji Yamaguchi and other senior representatives of the association. During...
Indonesian University Delegation Visits the Min-On Culture Center
On January 22, an Indonesian university delegation, including Dr. Devie Rahmawati of the University of Indonesia, visited the Min-On Culture Center. She was joined by Mr. Zaki Ramadan of the University of Indonesia, Dr. La Mani of Bina Nusantara University, and Dr....
Senior Indian envoys visits Min-On
On November 21, Mr. Ravindran Madhu Sudan, Deputy Head of Mission of the Embassy of India in Japan, and Mr. Aman Akash, Second Secretary, visited the Min-On Culture Center, where they were welcomed by Min-On President Koji Yamaguchi. During their meeting, Mr....