Nagaland: Japanese Artist Yosuke Irie Set to Perform at Hornbill Music Festival

KOHIMA: Japanese artist Yosuke Irie will be performing at the upcoming Toyota Hornbill Music Festival at the main arena, Naga Heritage Village, Kisama.

Yosuke Irie is a Japanese flutist who plays the shakuhachi, a traditional Japanese bamboo flute, a central instrument in both classical and modern music.

Irie’s outstanding achievements include winning the 1st Prize and Gold Prize in the Traditional Japanese Music Competition in Japan, as well as receiving testimonial letters from the Consulate-General in the USA and the President of Tahiti.

He also holds a Shakuhachi Master License, “Sihan,” from the Tozan-Ryu School and graduated from the Japanese Music Department of Toho Gakuen College of Music and Drama in Tokyo.

Irie’s career has taken him to renowned venues across the globe, such as the City University of New York, Oxford University, the Vatican in Rome, and the G20 Summit commemorations. Among others, he has also performed in Tahiti, Dubai, Sweden, and Russia.

Irie’s talent continues to capture global audiences with his performances in over 30 countries, including TV appearances in Japan and Armenia.
His music is also available through his CD on Amazon, showcasing his artistry with listeners around the world.

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