Komatsu Ami – Japanese Koto Player
Professional player of the Koto(箏), which is a traditional Japanese instrument with a history of over a thousand years.
Feel free to contact me for performances or lessons.
Japanese Koto Player
Komatsu Ami
Professional player of the Koto(箏), which is a traditional Japanese instrument with a history of over a thousand years.
Feel free to contact me for performances or lessons.
Profile
Komatsu Ami | 小松 亜未
Born in Wakayama and currently based in Tokyo, she began her musical journey with the piano at age three, later taking up the Koto at fifteen. After graduating from the Faculty of Intercultural Studies at Kobe University, she pursued advanced Koto studies under the tutelage of Nishi Yoko.
She has received numerous accolades in national competitions, including the Excellence Award at the Nagatani Kengyo Memorial Kumamoto National Hogaku Competition (2018) and 2nd place at the Tone Eiho Memorial National Hogaku Competition (2022). She also successfully passed the prestigious NHK traditional Japanese music audition.
Active nationwide, her work includes concerts, corporate events, and leading educational workshops. In addition to her performance career, she offers Koto lessons both in person in Tokyo and online. Instagram / YouTube
Career Highlights
2018
Performed at the reception for the conferral of an honorary doctorate at Ritsumeikan University
2019
Performed at the Kinokuni Music Festival
2024
Performed at the Opening Ceremony of the 35th National “Greenery Protection” Festival
2024
Performed in Jordan and Egypt
2025
Performed at the Salon Concert in Kyoto, part of the Agency for Cultural Affairs’ Traditional Japanese Music Promotion Project
2025
Featured on NHK FM’s “Hogaku no Hitotoki”
2025
Performed at Osaka Expo
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Awards and Recognition
Nagatani Kengyo Memorial Kumamoto National Hogaku Competition – Excellence Award (2018)
Nagatani Kengyo Memorial Kumamoto National Hogaku Competition – Encouragement Award (2015)
Tone Eiho Memorial National Hogaku Competition – 2nd Place (2022)
Kenjun Memorial Kurume National Koto Competition – 3rd Place (2014)
Kenjun Memorial Kurume National Koto Competition – Encouragement Award (2024)
NHK Traditional Japanese Music Audition – Passed (2024)
National High School Comprehensive Cultural Festival, Japanese Music Division – Commissioner for Cultural Affairs Award (2006)
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Works
Performance
With extensive performance experience across a diverse range of venues, I offer a versatile repertoire tailored to your specific needs and budget. My offerings span from traditional Japanese classics to contemporary pop arrangements, featuring solo performances or ensembles with Shakuhachi and Shamisen. I also specialize in cross-genre collaborations with Western instruments, such as piano and violin.
Workshop
Planning and conducting workshops that introduce Japanese culture, designed for regional revitalization projects, school events, and corporate wellness programs. The workshops are created to be enjoyable for participants of all ages and also offered in English for international audiences.
Lesson
Based in Tokyo, running the Koto School and also offering private on-site / online lessons. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing hobby, a new challenge, or simply a way to unwind, why not try playing the Koto? Also providing performance coaching for stage productions and various dramas.
Lesson
Let’s enjoy the Koto together!
Ami’s Koto Lesson
Offering private Koto lessons both in Tokyo and online. Lessons are available in Japanese and English, ensuring you’re in good hands regardless of your language. The lesson is open for students of all levels—whether you’re starting with a trial lesson or are an experienced player looking to refine your skills.
