Japanese Entrepreneur in the US Awarded Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (FRSA) – Aims for Social Change Through Music
Miyuki Tani, CEO of ONTSUBU LLC and a Japanese entrepreneur based in the US, has been awarded the honorary title of Fellow of the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (FRSA). Her international activities, which integrate music, acoustic science, and technology, and her contributions to social change were recognized, with the goal of expanding Japanese sound technology globally.
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The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA), with Queen Elizabeth II as its patron, awards the honorary title of "Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA)" to "individuals worldwide who have made outstanding artistic achievements for social change." The RSA has now recognized Miyuki Tani, FRSA, CEO of ONTSUBU LLC (Virginia, USA), for her past domestic and international achievements in social change, and has awarded her the honorary title of Fellow (FRSA) after nomination.
Miyuki Tani, FRSA. Founder/CEO, ONTSUBU LLC (USA)
With this award, Miyuki Tani is permitted to use the FRSA designation as a post-nominal letter after her name, such as "Miyuki Tani, FRSA." The award was made possible through the recommendation of Jonva Ven (Co-Managing Partner, Slice of Canada Inc.), a music producer and brand strategist from Berklee College of Music and an active FRSA Fellow.
■ What is the international expansion of "Music, Science, and Technology"?
This award recognizes Miyuki Tani, a music producer and jazz drummer, for her international activities that bridge music, acoustic science, and social change, evaluating her as a new bridge connecting Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom, and acknowledging her contributions to research and development using music and science.
"Sound" is now becoming a new infrastructure connecting Japanese industry, culture, and science to the world. ONTSUBU LLC (USA), based on its unique method integrating music, acoustic science, and engineering, promotes collaboration with Japan in the following three areas as a key person in sound technology to expand Japan's strengths to the international community.
1. Collaboration with the Entertainment Industry – Strengthening Japan's Brand Power
Japanese anime, games, and video content are loved worldwide. ONTSUBU's sound technology not only implements acoustic design that directly affects emotions and the body but also realizes well-being-compatible music production* that brings relaxation to mind and body. By embodying the high spirituality that Japan's "ZEN" has shown to the world through video music, it enhances the international brand value of Japanese content.
Ancient Japanese aesthetic "Ma": – Intentional silence between sounds – By irregularly designing this, one can feel the ensemble in moments of silence, creating a deep sense of immersion. Silence functions as part of the music.
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2. Collaboration with Spatial Acoustic Design – Bringing Universal Sound Creation to the World
ONTSUBU's sound technology realizes "Universal Sound Design," a sound environment where everyone, regardless of age, disability, or sensory characteristics, can feel comfortable. The effects of sound on brainwaves and cognitive functions have been verified* through peer-reviewed neuroscience research and proprietary data (N=138). With the economic loss due to mental illness estimated at approximately 19.2 trillion yen annually in Japan, a "sound environment that leaves no one behind" is an urgent issue for corporate health management. ONTSUBU is working to create international standard evidence and improve sound environments in workplaces where diverse employees can work comfortably, as well as in hospitals, public facilities, and urban spaces – all places where people gather.
*Stress relief through acoustic design: By precisely layering "deep overtones" and "Solfeggio frequencies" extracted from the acoustic characteristics of nature and outdoor environments, with studio master quality, a natural sound layer is designed that the brain does not need to "analyze." This switches off information processing, unconsciously leading to a deep resting state (theta wave dominance).
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3. Collaboration between Acoustic Research and Industry-Academia – Bringing Japan's High Technical Capabilities to the World
Through joint research with universities, research institutions, and related companies in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom, scientific international standard evidence will be established regarding the impact of "music rhythm and humans" and its effects. This sound science, spanning Japan, the US, and the UK, will be linked to the foundation of global policy and industrial planning, and to sustainable economic development.
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■ Background of the Award – Rhythm Theory Based on 17 Years, 60 Countries, and 100,000 Drum Performances
Miyuki Tani has performed with artists in over 60 countries for 17 years as a professional drummer, and has been inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame.
Miyuki Tani, FRSA. Founder/CEO, ONTSUBU LLC (USA)
With this award, Miyuki Tani is permitted to use the FRSA designation as a post-nominal letter after her name, such as "Miyuki Tani, FRSA." The award was made possible through the recommendation of Jonva Ven (Co-Managing Partner, Slice of Canada Inc.), a music producer and brand strategist from Berklee College of Music and an active FRSA Fellow.
■ What is the international expansion of "Music, Science, and Technology"?
This award recognizes Miyuki Tani, a music producer and jazz drummer, for her international activities that bridge music, acoustic science, and social change, evaluating her as a new bridge connecting Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom, and acknowledging her contributions to research and development using music and science.
"Sound" is now becoming a new infrastructure connecting Japanese industry, culture, and science to the world. ONTSUBU LLC (USA), based on its unique method integrating music, acoustic science, and engineering, promotes collaboration with Japan in the following three areas as a key person in sound technology to expand Japan's strengths to the international community.
1. Collaboration with the Entertainment Industry – Strengthening Japan's Brand Power
Japanese anime, games, and video content are loved worldwide. ONTSUBU's sound technology not only implements acoustic design that directly affects emotions and the body but also realizes well-being-compatible music production* that brings relaxation to mind and body. By embodying the high spirituality that Japan's "ZEN" has shown to the world through video music, it enhances the international brand value of Japanese content.
Ancient Japanese aesthetic "Ma": – Intentional silence between sounds – By irregularly designing this, one can feel the ensemble in moments of silence, creating a deep sense of immersion. Silence functions as part of the music.
▶Contact us here
2. Collaboration with Spatial Acoustic Design – Bringing Universal Sound Creation to the World
ONTSUBU's sound technology realizes "Universal Sound Design," a sound environment where everyone, regardless of age, disability, or sensory characteristics, can feel comfortable. The effects of sound on brainwaves and cognitive functions have been verified* through peer-reviewed neuroscience research and proprietary data (N=138). With the economic loss due to mental illness estimated at approximately 19.2 trillion yen annually in Japan, a "sound environment that leaves no one behind" is an urgent issue for corporate health management. ONTSUBU is working to create international standard evidence and improve sound environments in workplaces where diverse employees can work comfortably, as well as in hospitals, public facilities, and urban spaces – all places where people gather.
*Stress relief through acoustic design: By precisely layering "deep overtones" and "Solfeggio frequencies" extracted from the acoustic characteristics of nature and outdoor environments, with studio master quality, a natural sound layer is designed that the brain does not need to "analyze." This switches off information processing, unconsciously leading to a deep resting state (theta wave dominance).
▶Contact us here
3. Collaboration between Acoustic Research and Industry-Academia – Bringing Japan's High Technical Capabilities to the World
Through joint research with universities, research institutions, and related companies in Japan, the United States, and the United Kingdom, scientific international standard evidence will be established regarding the impact of "music rhythm and humans" and its effects. This sound science, spanning Japan, the US, and the UK, will be linked to the foundation of global policy and industrial planning, and to sustainable economic development.
Image diagram
■ Background of the Award – Rhythm Theory Based on 17 Years, 60 Countries, and 100,000 Drum Performances
Miyuki Tani has performed with artists in over 60 countries for 17 years as a professional drummer, and has been inducted into the Chicago Blues Hall of Fame.