ASE plans and manages a wide range of events featuring Japanese cultural experiences and traditional performing arts.
We also organize events and programs for companies, local governments, commercial venues, and educational institutions.
We provide comprehensive support tailored to each project, from planning and coordinating performers and staff to on-site management, sound, video production, and live streaming.
Below are some examples of our past projects and achievements.
◼︎2026
8-Hour Request-Based Bon Odori Marathon
June 2026｜Yokohama Worldporters
This participatory Bon Odori event featured 165 songs performed over eight hours, based on requests from participants.
Over 300 requests were received, and ASE organized and managed the entire event, from planning to on-site operations.
Responsibilities: Event Organization / Planning / Event Management / Performer Coordination / PR
Japanese Cultural Experience – International Summer Schools
August 2026｜5 schools in the Tokyo metropolitan area
ASE delivered interactive Japanese cultural experience programs for young children at five international schools, introducing traditional Japanese culture through fun, hands-on activities.
Responsibilities: Japanese Cultural Experience Programs / Program Management / Instructor & Performer Coordination
Wakuwaku! Children's Summer Festival
August 2026｜Yokohama City Hall Atrium
A children's summer festival organized by the City of Yokohama.
ASE coordinated performers and managed the event on-site, focusing on programs featuring Japanese taiko drum performances, hands-on taiko experiences, and Bon Odori dancing.
Responsibilities: Event Management / Performer Coordination / MC Coordination / Sound Coordination / On-Site Operations
BASEGATE Bon Odori
August 2026｜BASEGATE Yokohama Kanai
A Bon Odori event held at the commercial complex BASEGATE Yokohama Kannai.
ASE contributed to the planning, music selection, and event direction to create an enjoyable Bon Odori experience for participants of all ages.
Responsibilities: Event Planning / Music Selection / Event Direction
35th Momijikai – Traditional Japanese Performing Arts Showcase
September 2026｜Yokohama Noh Theatre
A traditional Japanese performing arts showcase featuring Japanese dance, shamisen, koto, and other performances, held at Yokohama Noh Theatre.
Organized by ASE, the event included performer coordination, stage direction, program production, and video recording.
Responsibilities: Event Organization / Planning / Operations / Performer Coordination / Stage Direction / Program Production / Video Production
◼︎ Upcoming Events
Hotchpotch Gochamaze Bon Odori
November 2026｜Scheduled
A participatory Bon Odori event that brings people from diverse backgrounds together through music and dance.
ASE contributed to the event planning and choreography.
Responsibilities: Event Planning / Choreography
◼︎ Media Coverage & External Features
ASE's Activities in the Media
Below are selected articles and posts featuring ASE's activities and events on external websites, official event pages, and social media.