Events by Nihon University College of Art

Social Events, Concerts, & Attractions
Various events will be held by the Nihon University College of Art during the conference. All of them are free of charge.

The 1st day

“Welcome Concert” by Sop. Saki Karikomi (Fujiwara Opera Company) and Pf. Chikako Tanaka (Nihon University)
– Location: Music Hall at the Annex Event Venue (6th floor)
– Date: August 24 13:30-14:30
Enjoy solo piano performances, Japanese songs, and opera arias. Mysterious musical instruments utilizing Japanese high-tech will also be played!

The 2nd day

“書道 (Calligraphy) Workshop” by Maestro Youshuu Kokubo from 豊山庵 (Buzan-An)
Location: Main Venue (1st floor)
Date: August 25 10:00-12:00
Experience writing Kanji characters and take home as a memory of your visit to Japan.

“Experiential Attraction- Sound Haunted University” by MIC-NUArt Haunted Research Group
– Location: Main Venue (1st floor)
– Date: August 25 15:00-18:00
The haunted house, one of Japan’s most popular attractions.

“Casual Cotton Kimono 浴衣 (YUKATA) Workshop” by Japanese Fashion Influencer Madame Mikko
– Location: Main Venue (1st floor), Max. 30 people (Women Only)
– Date: August 25 15:00-18:00
– Reservation is required: https://onl.la/w29BPzu
In Japan, summer is the perfect time to go out in yukata. Embrace the vibrant colors of this traditional garment. Japanese fashion influencer Mikko will dance her way through the Japanese summer in yukata fashion.

“KOTO (Traditional Japanese Stringed Instrument) Concert” by Maestra Tamaki Ando
– Location: Music Hall at the Annex Event Venue (6th floor)
– Date: August 25 18:00-18:45
Please enjoy this wonderful performance by Maestra Tamaki Ando, who continues the legacy of Japanese tradition.

The 3rd day

“KOTO Workshop” by Maestra Tamaki Ando et al.
– Location: Music Hall at the Annex Event Venue (6th floor), Max. 10 people
– Date: August 26 10:00-12:00
– Reservation is required: https://onl.bz/4i7mfQQ
Experience the koto, a traditional Japanese musical instrument.

“Let’s Enjoy Mario Kart Racing!” by MIC-NUArt Mario Lover’s Club
– Location: Main Hall
– Date: August 26 10:00-12:00
Play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe with a four-player game! Winners will be rewarded with Japanese memorabilia!

The 4th day

“Vocaloid Live – Starlight Miku” by MIC-NUArt Vocaloid Research Group
– Location: Music Hall at the Annex Event Venue (6th floor)
– Date: August 27 13:00-14:30
Experience a super live performance by Hatsune Miku, the pride of Japan’s divas. Enjoy the fusion of a live band and 3D motion animation.