Hideki Togi Concert in Matsuyama

About this event

On Wednesday, December 16, 2026, the "Hideki Togi Concert" will be held in the Main Hall of the Ehime Prefectural Cultural Center. This is a collaborative performance by Hideki Togi, globally renowned as a gagaku (ancient imperial court music) master, and pianist Yudai Sato. They will convey to modern times the charm of gagaku, which boasts a history of over 1300 years, through the resonance of piano and traditional instruments such as the hichiriki and sho. In addition to gagaku, popular Japanese pop hits, Western classics, and original pieces by Hideki Togi are scheduled to be performed, allowing audiences to fully immerse themselves in exquisite sounds that transcend eras and genres. As a relaxed concert without unnecessary formality, it offers a rare opportunity to appreciate both the depth and approachable appeal of gagaku at the same time. Born into an illustrious gagaku lineage, Hideki Togi has served as a court musician in the Imperial Household Agency. He is widely active both in Japan and internationally, presenting the charms of gagaku in a clear and accessible manner. He has received numerous honors including the Japan Record Award Planning Award, as well as the Commissioner for Cultural Affairs Special Commendation in 2024. In this concert, through the resonance of gagaku—which Hideki Togi describes as "music felt through the pulsing of one's cells"—audiences can experience his profound passion for music.

Venue

Ehime Prefectural Cultural Center

1F, 2-5-1 Dogomachi, Matsuyama, Ehime 790-0843