Hitsujibungaku Collaborates with Traditional Japanese Instruments! A One-Night-Only Spectacular Stage at KAIMoN Music Festival
Hitsujibungaku performed a special live concert at the "KAIMoN Music Festival," which began on May 19th, collaborating with Japanese instruments such as taiko drums and shakuhachi.
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## Hitsujibungaku Delivers a Spectacular One-Night-Only Performance Fusing Music with Traditional Instruments at the KAIMoN Music Festival
The "KAIMoN Music Festival | KAIMoN Music Festival – Open the MoN –," supported by radio station J-WAVE (81.3FM), is taking place over four days from Tuesday, May 19th, to Friday, May 22nd. This event celebrates the opening of "MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives," an experimental cultural museum at TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, while presenting a new live experience where modern music and traditional Japanese arts intersect.
The festival features artists closely associated with J-WAVE, including Hitsujibungaku, UA, STUTS, and ROTH BART BARON × Taro Ishida, performing on consecutive nights. Each artist collaborates with traditional Japanese musicians based on their unique musical styles, creating exclusive stages for four nights.
We bring you the official report of Hitsujibungaku, who performed on the first day, Tuesday, May 19th.
### A Special Live Concert Merging Fantasy and Rock
The venue, MoN Takanawa Box 1000, was filled with excitement. As the lights dimmed, the fantastical sounds of taiko drums, Tsugaru-shamisen, shakuhachi, sho, and 25-string koto resonated. Amidst the sounds of traditional culture, Moeka Shiotsuka (Vo/Gt), Yurika Kasai (Ba), and support drummer YUNA appeared on stage.
The concert kicked off with "Sono Toki." Shiotsuka’s powerful singing voice merged with the delicate sound of the 25-string koto, and as the Tsugaru-shamisen joined, a fantastical atmosphere spread across the floor. The electric sound and traditional instruments resonated, whisking the audience away to another world from the very first song.
In the middle of the set, they performed tracks like "Mayoiga," "honestly," and "Feel" one after another. Stage production utilizing lighting technology colored the world of each song. During the MC after the popular track "Koe," Kasai expressed her gratitude, saying, "It's a challenging event, and I am happy we could perform."
### The Final Tie-up Song for the Future
The excitement peaked during "mother" toward the end. Natural applause erupted during "more than words." After mesmerizing the crowd with both rough and delicate performances of "mild days" and "OOPARTS," they concluded the concert with "Mirai Chizu 2025," the tie-up song for TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY. Hitsujibungaku successfully fulfilled their major role as the kickoff act in a performance filled with happiness, as if everyone in the venue was playing music together.
The "KAIMoN Music Festival | KAIMoN Music Festival – Open the MoN –," supported by radio station J-WAVE (81.3FM), is taking place over four days from Tuesday, May 19th, to Friday, May 22nd. This event celebrates the opening of "MoN Takanawa: The Museum of Narratives," an experimental cultural museum at TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, while presenting a new live experience where modern music and traditional Japanese arts intersect.
The festival features artists closely associated with J-WAVE, including Hitsujibungaku, UA, STUTS, and ROTH BART BARON × Taro Ishida, performing on consecutive nights. Each artist collaborates with traditional Japanese musicians based on their unique musical styles, creating exclusive stages for four nights.
We bring you the official report of Hitsujibungaku, who performed on the first day, Tuesday, May 19th.
### A Special Live Concert Merging Fantasy and Rock
The venue, MoN Takanawa Box 1000, was filled with excitement. As the lights dimmed, the fantastical sounds of taiko drums, Tsugaru-shamisen, shakuhachi, sho, and 25-string koto resonated. Amidst the sounds of traditional culture, Moeka Shiotsuka (Vo/Gt), Yurika Kasai (Ba), and support drummer YUNA appeared on stage.
The concert kicked off with "Sono Toki." Shiotsuka’s powerful singing voice merged with the delicate sound of the 25-string koto, and as the Tsugaru-shamisen joined, a fantastical atmosphere spread across the floor. The electric sound and traditional instruments resonated, whisking the audience away to another world from the very first song.
In the middle of the set, they performed tracks like "Mayoiga," "honestly," and "Feel" one after another. Stage production utilizing lighting technology colored the world of each song. During the MC after the popular track "Koe," Kasai expressed her gratitude, saying, "It's a challenging event, and I am happy we could perform."
### The Final Tie-up Song for the Future
The excitement peaked during "mother" toward the end. Natural applause erupted during "more than words." After mesmerizing the crowd with both rough and delicate performances of "mild days" and "OOPARTS," they concluded the concert with "Mirai Chizu 2025," the tie-up song for TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY. Hitsujibungaku successfully fulfilled their major role as the kickoff act in a performance filled with happiness, as if everyone in the venue was playing music together.
FAQ
What is the KAIMoN Music Festival?
It is a festival celebrating the opening of MoN Takanawa, featuring live performances where modern music and traditional arts intersect.
How is the venue's acoustic environment?
Held at MoN Takanawa Box 1000, it features a rich acoustic environment with excellent sound dispersion.
What were the highlights of Hitsujibungaku's live performance?
Highlights included performances of "Sono Toki" and "Hikaru Toki" with a traditional instrument ensemble, along with their tie-up song.