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“What’s Important to Me is Not to Perform Superficially” – Interview with Sho Asano

by minon_admin | Jul 11, 2025 | Interviews, Latest Events, News

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Korea and Japan, the Korea–Japan Youth Concert 2025 was held in April this year in Tokyo and Osaka. We had the opportunity to interview Sho Asano, a leading Tsugaru-shamisen...

“Our Hearts and Emotions Were the Same” – Interview with Lee Jin-Hee

by minon_admin | Jul 4, 2025 | Cultural Exchange, Interviews, Latest Events, News, Overseas Dispatch Series

To commemorate the 60th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Korea and Japan, the “Korea – Japan Youth Concert 2025” was held this April, bringing together young musicians from both countries for a special cultural...

“A Moment That Truly Showed the Power of Culture” – Interview with Ms. Kim Hyesue, Director of Korean Cultural Center Osaka

by minon_admin | Jun 30, 2025 | Cultural Exchange, Interviews, Latest Events, News, Overseas Dispatch Series

The Korea – Japan Youth Concert 2025 was held for the first time at the Korean Cultural Center Osaka. The performance took place in the newly built Nuri Hall, located in the center’s new building which opened in 2024, and was well received. We spoke with...

To Know “What You’re Doing It For” is the Source of Strength in Music and Life: Interview with Marlene Ito

by minon_admin | Jun 9, 2025 | Interviews, Latest Events

To commemorate the 35th anniversary of the reunification of Germany, Min-On Concert Association invited the Pangaea Trio Berlin to Japan to perform from February 25 to March 9. This extraordinary trio is comprised of members from the renowned Berlin Philharmonic...

“I Prefer to Play from My Heart” – Interview with Fabio Hager

by minon_admin | May 27, 2025 | Cultural Exchange, Interviews, Latest Events

The Fabio Hager Sexteto recently concluded a highly successful tour of Japan, staging 25 performances in 23 cities between January and March. This year marks the 54th edition of the Min-On Tango Series, which began in 1970, and have since then invited numerous...

“Music and cultural exchange can connect people’s hearts and convey emotions and thoughts beyond words.”

by minon_admin | Apr 30, 2025 | BoliviaCE, BoliviaRA, Interviews, Lectures, News, Outreach

Interview with Mrs. Natalia Salazar Balderrama, Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia in Japan Min-On: Thank you very much for giving us this invaluable opportunity to interview you at your embassy today. Bolivia is...