NEWS
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2026.09.23
MIYA to AGA-SHIO with Lisa Ono — A Wonderful Concert
MIYA to AGA-SHIO with Lisa Ono concert has come to a wonderful close.
Kazufumi Miyazawa, Hiromitsu Agatsuma, and Satoru Shionoya—
it was a great pleasure to share the stage with these three wonderful musicians and to be surrounded by their beautiful music.
Shamisen, piano, sanshin, guitar, and vocals…
all these different sounds came together to create such a warm and enjoyable evening.
And, of course, the three of them had such entertaining conversations! I’m sure everyone enjoyed their wonderful sense of humor.
I was also very happy to receive a gift of Soka senbei from Soka Cultural Hall.
Thank you so much to everyone who came to the concert, especially on such a rainy day. It was wonderful to share the music with you all.
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2026.09.18
A Beautiful Brazilian Night in Hamamatsu
What a beautiful night at Brazilian Day Hamamatsu 2026.
Performing surrounded by so many warm smiles and beautiful energy was such a joy.
Thank you, Hamamatsu, for welcoming me so warmly.And after the stage I enjoyed beer and churrasco.
A perfect way to end the night!Brazilian Day Hamamatsu continues through Sunday, bringing a little taste of Brazil to Japan.
See you there!
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2026.09.13
A Heartwarming Concert in Yuzawa
My concert at Yuzawa Cultural Hall finished smoothly!
I arrived in Yuzawa last night and got to enjoy some delicious Japanese sake and unique local pickles. I even learned a bit of the Akita dialect—how did my attempt sound on stage?
Thank you all so much for coming today! Surrounded by your warm applause, it turned into such a lovely afternoon. I was also super happy to receive beautiful flowers from you all.
Looking forward to seeing you all again soon!
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2026.09.11
A Special Musical Moment Together – Machida Civic Hall
I had a concert at Machida Civic Hall.
It was a rainy day, and I’m very grateful to everyone who came to be with us despite the weather.It was a lovely time sharing music with all of you.
Surrounded by your warm smiles and applause, the music seemed to gently bring us together, and we shared a beautiful and peaceful moment.
I hope the music from today will stay somewhere in your heart, and perhaps return to you one day, in a quiet moment of your everyday life.
Thank you for sharing this special time with me.
See you again soon. ♪
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2026.09.07
A Night of Music and Light at Helios Energy Cultural Creation Center
What a beautiful evening at Helios, the Nanto Energy Cultural Creation Center.
There were so many lovely artworks in the lobby, and I really enjoyed the unique, circular space of the hall. Being so close to the audience made the concert feel very intimate and special.During the concert, smartphones were held up like little lights, and the whole hall sparkled. ✨
On the way home, I was also lucky enough to see a beautiful sunset.
It was such a warm and unforgettable evening.
Thank you to everyone who came and shared this special time with me.
I look forward to continuing our musical journey together. ♪
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2026.08.31
29th Green Tea Jazz Festival — A Wonderful Day Connected Through Music
I had the pleasure of performing at the 29th Green Tea Jazz Festival.
It was such a wonderful day, beginning with a beautiful performance by the Tokorozawa Nishi High School Wind Ensemble.
I performed a duo with Masaki Hayashi, and at the finale, I joined a jam session with so many wonderful musicians.
It was a joy to share the music and such a lovely time with everyone in the audience.
Thank you to everyone at Pacific Showcase, the Ruyke Shinpei Band, the Riyoko Takagi Trio, and to everyone who came to the festival！
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2026.08.29
Honored to Serve as a Judge at the 41st Asakusa Samba Carnival
It was a great honor to serve as Chair of the Judging Committee for the 41st Asakusa Samba Carnival.
This year, once again, each team brought its own unique theme and creative vision, delighting us with an incredible variety of expressions through music, costumes, dance, and spectacular allegorias.
The rain brought cooler temperatures, so thankfully there was no concern about heatstroke. But I have to say… the Asakusa Samba Carnival just feels right in the heat of summer!
As a judge, ranking the teams was truly a difficult task. I was also honored to present the Asahi Beer Special Award, selected by the Chair of the Judging Committee.
My heartfelt thanks and congratulations to all the participating teams for their wonderful performances, and to everyone on the Asakusa Samba Carnival Executive Committee for all their hard work in making this spectacular event possible.
Thank you for bringing such incredible samba energy and passion to Asakusa, even in the rain!
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2026.08.22
Thank You for a Beautiful Evening in Neyagawa
We held a concert at Arukas Hall in Neyagawa.
It was a very hot day, but so many came to join us. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being there.This time, in such a lovely, intimate space where I could feel close to everyone, I performed with pianist Masaki Hayashi, featuring songs from album Sue Ann, along with some beloved Japanese songs, jazz, and bossa nova.
I hope the bossa nova helped you feel just a little cooler on such a hot day.
After the concert, I was also deeply touched by the warm words you shared with me at the signing session. Each and every message meant so much to me.
And I’m happy to share that Masaki Hayashi and I are making plans to come and see you again.
I hope you’ll look forward to it!Thank you once again to everyone who came. I can’t wait to see you all again soon.
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2026.08.13
“A Special Summer, A Special Stage — Imperial Jazz 2026
Since 2004, the Imperial Jazz Festival has been one of the highlights of summer, featuring a total of more than 2,000 artists over the years. This year’s theme was “Real Jazz,” returning to the roots and essence of jazz.
I was truly honored to have had the opportunity to perform at both the Osaka and Tokyo venues of Imperial Jazz 2026, the Imperial Hotel’s beloved summer jazz tradition.
It was an unforgettable experience to share the stage under the direction of SWINGY OKUDA from the Blue Sky Orchestra, famously known as the “man who calls the storms.” His powerful conducting seemed to blow away even the effects of the typhoon!
I was also incredibly happy to have had the chance to perform alongside Yosuke Onuma.
Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to be part of such a special and memorable stage!
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2026.08.11
Interview with Mariana Matsui Now Available on Official YouTube
An interview with Japanese-Brazilian artist,
Mariana Matsui
has been released on the official YouTube channel.You can watch the interview at the link below.
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2026.08.09
16th Year of Music at Yatsugatake
Our annual concerts at Yatsugatake Kogen Music Hall 🎵
This year marks our 16th year together with Febian Reza Pane (Piano)and Harutoshi Ito(Cello&Guitar)
For three days, we were surrounded by the beautiful acoustics of the hall and the breathtaking highland scenery.
It was truly a magical experience that can only be felt in this special place.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
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2026.08.03
With Gratitude — Taiwan & Singapore Tour
Taiwan and Singapore Tour has officially wrapped up! ✈️✨
It has been an incredible journey filled with so many wonderful memories.
Thank you all so much for your lovely singing, warm applause, and kind birthday wishes! 🥂💖
One of the most heartwarming parts of this tour was seeing so many parents and children coming to the shows together, which truly touched my heart 👨👩👧👦✨
A huge thank you to the amazing musicians your phenomenal performances filled the venue and skyrocketed the energy to a whole new level! 🎸🔥
Along with the special presence of Cuba's guitar & vocal artist Alexander LP and wonderful moments connecting with so many lively local gentlemen, it made this tour unforgettable. 🍻😄
Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who joined us!
