[21st Kamakura Arts Festival] The Melody of Blue — An Episode of Painting × Sound - Oct 25th

【The 21st Kamakura Arts Festival — Kamakura–Nice Sister City 60th Anniversary Event】
A concert collaboration between two hugely popular artists, blending Japanese painting with cello.
Mariko Miyashita, known for the blue of "Miyama Blue," has created a new work inspired by Nice in the South of France, Kamakura's sister city celebrating its 60th anniversary. Cellist Yuko Mitani, a beloved performer, adds color to the piece through sound. Experience this one-of-a-kind collaboration between two celebrated artists at Kakuon-ji, an ancient temple in Kamakura.

After the performance, there will also be a garden reception in the temple grounds where guests can mingle directly with the artists.

■ Performers

Mariko Miyashita (Japanese painting)
Yuko Mitani (Cello)

■ From the performers

"Through this collaboration, I wanted to try painting a work inspired by music. When I listen to Bach's Cello Suites, I feel as though they reveal the truths of this world. I wanted to express the inspiration I felt from the piece, drawing on all of creation. This is my attempt to suggest that music and painting are like friends sharing the same goal — the pursuit of truth." — Mariko Miyashita, Japanese painter

"Color becomes sound, form becomes rhythm — the moment I first encountered Ms. Miyashita's work, music began to flow through my heart. This time, my costume is also based on a yukata featuring her artwork. Let's share this once-in-a-lifetime collaboration together in this wonderful space!" — Yuko Mitani, cellist

■ Venue

Kakuon-ji Temple, Kamakura
421 Nikaido, Kamakura City, Kanagawa 248-0002

From Kamakura Station (JO07) East Exit, Bus Stop 5, take the bus bound for "Kamakura-gu (Otoseigū)" (Kama 20 route) and get off at the terminal stop, "Otoseigū."
About a 10-minute walk from there.
If arriving by taxi, please note the area may be congested.
Please allow extra time.

■ Date & Time

Sunday, October 25, 2026
Doors open: 1:30 PM
Performance begins: 2:00 PM
Garden reception follows the performance

■ Ticket Prices

General ¥12,000
High school students and under ¥6,000
(All seats unreserved; tax included)

※ Anyone holding a performance ticket may freely join the garden reception after the show. Drinks will also be freely available.
※ A complimentary shuttle taxi back to Kamakura Station will be available afterward (optional).

■ Program

Bach: Cello Suite No. 1 (Unaccompanied)
Improvisation "Colors of the Wind — Weaving a Refreshing Breeze," and more

■ Contact

contact@artspacejapan.com

※ Please show the confirmation email sent after purchase at the venue (it serves as your digital ticket).
※ Except in the case of full cancellation, refunds cannot be issued even if the program changes due to unavoidable circumstances.