[2026] RAG 45th Anniversary Festival

Tee House Brothers BandKotake Nao (Vo, G) Fujita Maya (P, Rhodes Piano, Cho) Yamada Haruzou (B, Kalimba) Kataoka Koji (Ds)

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Tada-Shin BAND Nao Kotake, Maya Fujita, Haruzou Yamada, Koji Kataoka [Partial Free Release]

Tee House Brothers Band features vocalist and guitarist Nao Kotake, a standout in the Kansai soul scene; pianist Maya Fujita, who carries on the Richard Tee style; Haruzo Yamada on bass and kalimba; and Koji Kataoka on drums.

They deliver a refined sound rooted in blues and R&B.

The groove they create—born from years of camaraderie—moves your body before you know it.

In their live shows, Kotake’s warm vocals are gently supported by Fujita’s piano and Fender Rhodes, expanding a sophisticated urban R&B world.

Yamada’s thick bass tone and Kataoka’s drums wrap the whole band in a way that truly electrifies.

There’s no doubt you’ll be irresistibly drawn into their superb ensemble, forged from deep mutual trust.

Music and Kōdan — Ayao and RAG’s 45th Anniversary —Shutsuen: Ayao (Vo) Yamada Akiyoshi (Vo & G) / Gesuto: Kyokudou Nanpuu (Koudan) / Food: Mayuchi

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Tone

Steshura / Akiyoshi Yamada / Someone I don't know from anywhere

Shiga Discovery! Executive Talk: Isamu Kawamoto × Storyteller [Kyokudou Nampuu]

After making her major-label debut with a band, singer-songwriter Ayawo, who weaves a world of songs imbued with poignancy and warmth, teams up with Akiyoshi Yamada, an artist active across diverse fields from solo work to bands.

Joining their collaboration is the distinctive addition of Nampū Kyokudō, a kōdanshi (traditional storyteller) based in Shiga Prefecture, for an unconventional live performance.

The dense ensemble created by Ayawo’s supple vocals and Yamada’s guitar, rich with a deep singing spirit, is a must-hear.

With Nampū Kyokudō’s narration woven in, a multilayered expressive space emerges where music and story intersect profoundly.

The tightly synchronized interplay—born of years performing together—combined with celebratory food by Mayuchi further elevates the festive mood, resulting in a captivating performance that greatly expands the listener’s imagination.

Mariko Sagoi Piano Solo Live with SingingSago’i Mariko (Vo, P)

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#Singer-Songwriter “~RAG 43rd Anniversary Festival~ Mariko Sagoi Piano and Vocal Live” [Partial Free Release]

Mariko Sago-i is a singer-songwriter based in Shiga Prefecture who continues to be active across many fields.

She is an artist who performs pop music characterized by words that express straightforward emotions and approachable melodies.

She has collaborated repeatedly with artists across genres, and the rich expressive power she has cultivated through those experiences elevates each stage into a singular work of art.

This performance will feature a simple setup: piano and vocals.

Her warm singing voice and delicate piano tones will resonate directly with each other, allowing you to savor the beauty that emerges from such refined minimalism.

Another highlight unique to her—who is also active in the media—is her audience-embracing talk, which blends with the music to powerful effect.

Keito Saito Boogie for Spring Tour 2026 in KyotoSaitō Keito (P)

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Keito Saito + Axel Zwingenberger Peter Barakan’s LIVE MAGIC!

Keito Saito, who has delivered overwhelming performances as one half of the brother duo Les Frères, is a pianist grounded in classical music and deeply devoted to the vibrant energy of boogie-woogie.

In his past activities, he has captivated fans with the unique, tightly synchronized interplay and ensemble allure only a duo can offer, generating musical intensity that elevates his collaborators.

In this solo concert, that energy honed through collaboration will be distilled into a single piano.

You can expect to experience living music where intellectual structural beauty coexists with impulsive drive.

The razor-sharp right-hand phrases entwine with the surging left-hand bass, and you’ll be overwhelmed by the visceral immediacy that shakes the stage.

Don’t take your eyes off this fervent performance that conveys a sense of connected circles.

TRIX “CHANCE” Release Commemorative Live!!Kumagai Noriaki (Ds) Sudou Mitsuru (B) Sasaki Hidehisa (G) Onozuka Akira (Guest Keyboardist)

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[TRIX] New album “CHANCE” out 12/10 - Full Track Preview Trailer

#TRIX #fusion “TRIX BUILD UP Release Commemorative Tour!!” [A little bit available for free]

TRIX is a band that continues to captivate fans with its technical sound, launched around former CASIOPEA member Noriaki Kumagai and former T-SQUARE member Mitsuru Sutoh.

They are currently active with guitarist Hidenao Sasaki, joined by former DIMENSION member Akira Onozuka as a guest.

On stage with their latest release, “CHANCE,” you can savor a supreme ensemble woven by master musicians who have colored the history of Japanese fusion.

The moments when a powerful rhythm section’s drive intertwines with razor-sharp guitar and richly colored keyboards are truly goosebump-inducing.

While it’s a serious showdown where exceptional performance skills clash, it’s also packed with their uniquely humorous interplay.

It’s the very essence of a live show, where you can fully experience the heat and unity that music brings.

Shota&Ryusei Jazz QuintetKawakubo Ryusei (Tb) Yamashita Shota (Sax) Fujikawa Yukie (P) Gongo Koji (B) Tsurusawa Shoma (Ds)

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This cutting-edge band features trombonist Ryusei Kawakubo and saxophonist Shota Yamashita—both dynamic forces on the Kansai jazz scene—at the front line, joined by a powerhouse rhythm section: Yukie Fujikawa on piano, Koji Gonge on bass, and Shoma Tsurusawa on drums.

Rooted in straight-ahead jazz from the 1960s onward, they’re known for reinterpreting classic repertoire through a vibrant, contemporary sensibility.

The two-horn lineup, deepening their mutual understanding through repeated collaborations, weaves a rich, warm harmony you won’t want to miss.

With a seasoned rhythm section driving them, the stage erupts in overwhelming momentum and masterful interplay—jazz as a living, breathing art form.

Come experience the seamless, top-tier ensemble work and fiery call-and-response for yourself!

333 (Triad) · Yoko Mihara Band · Jesse × Kosuke Suzuki333(Toraiado): nishino kei (Org) fujioka emi (G) oshima naomi (Ds) > mihara yoko (uta) BAND: yamada yaaso yutaka (7-gen G) takei tsutomu (Sax, Fl) tokujirou (uta, Per) jeshii (Vo, G) suzuki kousuke (G)

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333 Triad - RUDY.S WAY (SOULIVE cover)

I want you to watch over me

Artists enlivening the Kansai music scene are coming together.

First up is 333, a hard-hitting funk unit by Kei Nishino, Emi Fujioka, and Naomi Oshima.

Their near-telepathic chemistry, forged over many years, and the call-and-response between guitar riffs entwined with the organ’s swell are a must-hear! Next is Mihara Yoko BAND, led by Yoko Mihara, who gently sings about everyday scenes.

The dazzling Latin and jazz ensemble crafted by top-tier musicians Yaso Yamada, Tsutomu Takei, and Tokujiro adds its own vibrant hues to each song.

And then there’s the acoustic duo of Jesse and Kosuke Suzuki, whose fresh sensibilities shine.

You’ll be irresistibly drawn into their tightly synced, intimate dialogue that fuses the essence of Western music with approachable pop.