Akira Tana's Otonowa Tickets

Akira Tana's Otonowa brings together master musicians to explore jazz interpretations of Japanese folk and pop, weaving traditional sounds like shakuhachi and taiko into contemporary improvisation. Led by drummer Akira Tana, this ensemble blends cross-cultural influences with a clear devotion to education and community outreach. Their work has married performance with relief and outreach across Japan and the United States, earning recognition for long-running projects in disaster relief regions and ongoing ensemble leadership.

Meet the lineup: Akira Tana on drums (leader), Masaru Koga on saxophone and shakuhachi, Art Hirahara on piano, and Ken Okada on bass. Through a collaborative approach, they translate Japanese melodies into vibrant jazz narratives, inviting audiences to experience tradition through a modern lens.

Stay connected: official site akiratana.com, and artist pages for Otonowa on Art Hirahara and Piedmont Piano for releases and tour info.

Upcoming highlights for Akira Tana's Otonowa include a January Oakland appearance at Piedmont Piano Company, a May performance in Kyoto, and a summer run culminating at the Glass City Jazz Fest in Toledo. Each show presents a focused, standalone experience, treating every date as its own story while continuing their ongoing mission of cross-cultural outreach and music education. Secure your seats through our straightforward, no-fuss booking process—we've got you covered.

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Discography highlights include Wind and Light (2025, self-released), Ai San San / Love’s Radiance (2019, Vegamusic-USA), Stars Across the Ocean (2017, Akira Tana), and Otonowa (2013, Vegamusic-USA). The group’s seven tours of the Tohoku region for disaster relief reflect a commitment to community and education, reinforcing the artist’s reputation as both performer and educator.