Performers

NAE(which translate to The Rice Seeding) is a new, groundbreaking musical and theatrical work by Toronto-based composer Kokichi kusano, featuring traditions of Japanese music and theater for the modern stage.

KIZUNA International Team (est.2018)aim to promote Yosakoi in countries worldwide with a goal of international exchange. Please look forward their performance and enjoy the vibrant music and dance!

Established in 1960, Sakura Kai is a Traditional Japanese Dance Group based at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre in Toronto.Sakurakai will performe Semi Classical, and minyo (folk)

 We’re proud to introduce Ronin Sumo Club, a Toronto-based sumo club dedicated to bringing the spirit and strength of this traditional Japanese sport to Canada. Founded in 2000, we are proud to be an inclusive club where everyone is welcome.  We train together every Monday night at 7:30, if you are ever in Toronto please reach out and we would be happy to have you join us. We’re passionate about sharing sumo’s rich culture, discipline, and excitement. There will be an on stage demonstration and we will also have an area set up for you to come by, try on a mawashi, take some pictures or even get on the dohyo with one of our club members.