Dive into the world of J-Pop, Japanese pop music that has gained international appeal, especially in France, where the group Amaitsuki was born in 2008 ✨ With over 15 years of experience and more than 300 videos on YouTube, this amateur singing and dancing group is dedicated to sharing their passion for J-Pop culture throughout France.
Emiko & KiriSute Gomen are an atypical group that brilliantly fuses traditional Japanese minyo, the energy of west-coast rock’n’roll, and revisited covers of film music and 60s pop songs, offering a varied and vibrant musical experience.
HORIZONS - Living Music is a modern orchestra that redefines classical music by making it accessible and vibrant through pop culture! Their repertoire? A mix of video game soundtracks, anime, and Studio Ghibli classics. By playing their pieces at sharing venues like Japan Impact, HORIZONS invites you to an immersive live experience, where classical music meets your favorite worlds.
Come and vibrate again this year with Komainu Yosakoi Lyon, a passionate troupe who will be bringing the energy and joie de vivre of yosakoi, a traditional Japanese dance, to Japan Impact. ✨
At Japan Impact, discover this colorful dance through :
🎭 A captivating show where flamboyant costumes, energetic choreography and naruko (those little wooden instruments that mark the rhythm) will immerse you in the festive atmosphere of Japanese matsuri.
💃 A fun introduction, accessible to all, to learn the basics of yosakoi and feel the collective energy that drives this unique dance!
Mina is a talented artist from the vibrant city of Osaka. With over 2.8 million followers on social media, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the music scene. As the bassist for the all-female rock band “GIRLFRIEND” from 2016 to 2021, she released two albums and took part in numerous unforgettable live performances. Now primarily active on social media, Mina has captured a loyal audience both in Japan and abroad, where she is adored by many fans.
Japan Impact is proud to welcome back Natsumi Yuzu, a singer, composer and talented player of the shamisen, a traditional Japanese instrument. Skillfully blending traditional music and J-Rock influences, she shares with the world the beauty and sophistication of Japanese culture.
With her shamisen and catchy rhythms, Yuzu has already captured hearts in 23 countries across the globe, including the USA, France, Thailand and many others. Currently based in New York, she brings a unique and original breath to a saturated music scene, and promises an unprecedented musical experience. 🎶
ReMi Taiko return again this year to set the Japan Impact stage ablaze with their vibrant taiko (Japanese drum) percussion, and haunting fue (Japanese flute) melodies 🥁🎶
For almost 20 years, this talented group has been bringing the energy of traditional Japanese festivals to Switzerland, while also performing more modern compositions. So get ready to be transported by their incredible mastery and the passion that drives each of their tracks!