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[2026] RAG 45th Anniversary Festival

Chairman, Lag International Music Co., Ltd.Suda Akio
RAG, which began in 1981 in Kitayama, Kyoto, has been blessed with many wonderful staff members and is now celebrating its 45th anniversary. We will continue to uphold our mission as a “launchpad for music” that is loved by people and carried on for generations. We sincerely appreciate your continued support of RAG.

This spring of 2026 marks the 45th anniversary of RAG, which began in April 1981 as a jazz café in Kitayama, Kyoto.

It has also been 38 years since we relocated and reopened in Kiyamachi in 1988.

These 45 years have been built together with countless music fans and musicians, our local community, and the many companies and shops across Japan who have supported us, along with everyone whose connections with us have brought encouragement.

We will continue to share with the world the allure of music—“a treasure of humanity” that transcends words and resonates in the heart through the body—and the wonder of the circle of human connections that music creates.

Please enjoy the stages of musicians who push one another in the pursuit of excellence—living, breathing music.

[2026] RAG 45th Anniversary Festival (21–30)

Fri., 5/8

Chiemi Kurosaki × Yukino Kizu ‘Chiemi and Yukino SHOW’NEW!Kurosaki Chiemi (Vo, P) Kizu Yukino (Tp)

http://www.ragnet.co.jp

2025.12.5 ~ BELTING BOOST Short Program Session Live ~ 'BELT OUT!' Opening Act

Yukino Kizu “Yukino Kizu & Kansai Groovers – Funkin’ at RAG” [Limited Free Preview]

Singer-songwriter Chiemi Kurosaki, whose gentle yet powerful vocals resonate over her piano accompaniment, and trumpeter Yukino Kizu, who blends classical foundations with a touch of funk.

A fusion of distinct personalities: Kurosaki’s introspective, heartrending pop and Kizu’s groovy, bright brass sound.

At this live performance, a special ensemble will unfold as transparent, lustrous vocals and delicate piano intertwine with a soaring trumpet.

The musical dialogue woven by these two seasoned artists, attuned to each other’s breath, will create a sound that is nostalgic yet refreshingly new.

Come experience the vibrant energy and comfortable groove of living music that transcends genres.

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Sat., 5/9

Eri Sasaki Yuru-Yuru Mellow Live in KyotoSasaki Eri (Vo) Sakamoto Raku (Fl: Yūkai Kenchiku) Sumiyoshi Kentarō (G) Takahashi Takenobu (P: Yūkai Kenchiku)

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Eri Sasaki “Fuyu Biyori” (Music Video) TV Anime “Laid-Back Camp” Ending Theme

The Starfish is Dancing (2023-04-20)

Singer-songwriter Eri Sasaki, known for the ending themes of the Laid-Back Camp (Yuru Camp) series, is distinguished by her translucent voice and naturally soothing musical style.

For this concert, she will share the stage with flutist Gaku Sakamoto, pianist Takenobu Takahashi, and guitarist Kentaro Sumiyoshi.

Yūkai Kenchiku, the band to which Sakamoto and Takahashi belong, has previously performed with Sasaki, and they already share an intimate musical rapport.

With Sumiyoshi’s enveloping guitar added to the mix, the ensemble will evolve into a richer, more layered sound.

As the flute sketches the flow of air and the piano and guitar gently nestle alongside it, Sasaki’s voice will weave stories—offering an intimate, laid-back musical experience to savor.

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In conclusion

We introduced the performances for Live Spot Rag’s 45th anniversary festival. This special anniversary period is packed with stages you can only experience now. If any performance catches your eye, please come by. Some shows will also be livestreamed, so we hope people far away can enjoy the musicians’ passionate performances as well.