top of page

About Me

Traditional Japanese Dancer
Kimono Expert
Kimono Meet-Up Sakura Hime Organizer

Biography and my story

I am a Japanese dance artist. I have been trained in Shin Buyo (the modern style of Nihon Buyo) since the age of 6. With 14 years of experience in this dance form, I have learned in portraying the essence of Japanese culture through graceful movements and expressive gestures. Its beauty lies in its ability to express complex emotions and themes through precise movements and gestures, while also showcasing the intricate interplay between movement and music.​

 

Since 2024, I have been training classical Nihon Buyo at Kotoutamai Wakamiya-ryu(video examples), focusing on traditional forms such as Nagauta and Jiutamai. Through this training, I have developed a wide performance range, from classical to modern Nihon Buyo styles.

I have performed at various prestigious venues such as Japan Event for Conde House Europa (2022-present), Suntory Whisky (2024), Lexus (2019) and Japanmarkt (2018-present) and has received accolades for my performances. I have also had the opportunity to introduce Japanese culture through my dance to students of all ages, including at Picasso-Grundschule in Berlin and Latvian culture Academy in Riga.

 

Drawing from my experiences in learning various aspects of Japanese traditional culture, including tea ceremony, calligraphy, and kimono dressing, I carry a deep appreciation and understanding of Japanese culture.​

 

My roots trace back to the once-thriving kimono industry of my hometown, Tokamachi in Niigata Prefecture, which has inspired my career in contributing to regional revitalization through kimono-related activities.

 

With a strong foundation in Japanese dance, I am wholeheartedly committed to sharing my passion for Japanese culture with audiences around the world, primarily through captivating Japanese dance performances. I am excited to bring my talent and expertise to your event and create a memorable and authentic experience for all attendees.​

I learned Shin Buyo (the modern style of Nihon Buyo) in Japan for 14 years solely from my previous instructor.

 

In the tradition of this art, dancers would perform the Instructor’s choreography, however as an avant-gardiste, I create my own choreographies thanks to my unique aesthetic sense and a desire to convey specific messages.

 

I infuse my choreography with personal expression, my individuality and artistic vision, creating captivating and meaningful dance pieces. In essence, the foundation of my dance lies in Nihon Buyo, extending beyond the framework of Japanese traditional dance. I dance to various genres of music, collaborate with artists from diverse backgrounds, and infuse my performances with my unique message.

chihocoyanagi-sakura

My Videos

Traditional Japanese Dance Performance at Japan Festival 2019
Sakura Sakura

Yosakoi Bushi

Performance Highlights

Selected Official Engagements

Selected appearances include:
– Embassy of Japan in Riga/Latvia, Athens/Greece, Bratislava/Slovakia
– Japanese cultural section hosted by the Embassy of Japan at Aniventure in Sofia/Burgaria, at East European Comic Con and  Book Fest in Bucharest/Romania

Ningyo Targ Japoński

2025 - present

- Japanese festival in Poland (Warsaw, Poznań, Lublin, Gdańsk and so on)

- Perform Nihon Buyo

- Provide Kimono dressing demonstraion and Bon Odori (Japanese folk dance) workshops

chihocoyanagi-sakura

Road Show campaign 

2022 - present

- Furnitures which are made in Hokkaido, Japan

- Perform for an exhibition and do Japanese calligraphy

- Give an emotions to the customers

Japanmarkt

2018 - present

- Japanese festival in Berlin, Köln, Leipzig, Lübeck, Münich

- Perform Nihon Buyo

- Provide Kimono/Yukata fashion shows and Kimono Workshops

Karneval der Kulturen

2025 - present

2017-2020

- Creator of a new Bon Odori "Berlin Ondo"

- Perform Bon Odori (traditional Japanese folk dance) with Kashiwa-ren

- Berlin Omikoshi (portable shrine) on YouTube

Suntory Wisky New Product Launch

03.06.2024

November Brasserie, Berlin Germany

- Performed for Suntory Whisky tasting event

Videos Appearance

I invite you to discover more of my performances through the additional videos on my channel.
Thank you for subscribing and supporting my artistic expression.

Zen - Kimono short movie
Datteläter 2023
Charity Children
bottom of page