Author: Sébastien Duval
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Matoi-no-kai – A Rising Music Community
Matoi-no-kai charmed me during its Ziqqurat concert this afternoon at Saitama Arts Theatre. Its captivating performance audaciously blended traditional Japanese music, reflections about civilization, and elements of the Book of Genesis common to the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament. And despite a busy sweltering summer (“only” 36℃ outside today), this live relaxed and reinvigorated…
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Happo-en — Historic Venue Reimagined For Modern Events
I just attended the 2025 Renewal Plan Briefing Session of Happo-en, a renowned Japanese venue with a rich history dating back over four centuries as a garden and restaurant. Getting ready for its centennial anniversary in 2043, Happo-en is embarking on a transformative renovation to remain a premier destination for weddings, MICE events, and corporate…
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[LIVE] Sado Island (daily updates till 20 August)
Check this page again tomorrow for updates, and in the meantime check my stories on Instagram at @SebastienPlus 🙂 I’m on holidays on 15-20 August, enjoying Sado Island (Niigata prefecture) and its Earth Celebration annual music festival with tourism & hospitality professionals striving to make foreign leisure travellers enjoy exciting local activities and to welcome…
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[LIVE] Earth Celebration (daily updates till 20 August)
Check this page again tomorrow for updates, and in the meantime check my stories on Instagram at @SebastienPlus 🙂 I’m on Sado Island (Niigata Prefecture) to enjoy its annual music festival Earth Celebration, especially Kodo’s concerts on the evenings of Friday 16, Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 August. One will feature a collaboration with an…
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Kyoto Retreat For 300 Indian Entrepreneurs
Undeniable success of the event my company Japan Travel KK organised in Kyoto from 29 June to 02 July 2024 for 300 male & female entrepreneurs and their families! I believe that we convinced our distinguished & friendly guests that Japan is wonderful, even a world-class host for vegan & vegetarian businesspeople. Proud of our…
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6th Anniversary At Japan Travel – Firsts In Kansai & Hokuriku
I’m thrilled to celebrate my 6th anniversary at Japan Travel KK! It’s been an incredibly meaningful year, filled with diverse projects, growth, and fun explorations of the events, hospitality & tourism industries. Learn more below, and feel free to contact me anytime if you want to join our team or think that we can help…
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Vienna Boys’ Choir 2024 Japan Tour
Vienna Boys’ Choir 2024 Japan Tour celebrates the 100th anniversary of the world-renowned Austrian music group with angelic voices singing “The Four Seasons” and “Fairy Tales And Other Stories”. Since April, my Japan Travel colleagues and I support the sales of their concerts in Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka… Churches and thus choirs being rare in…
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Rock Musical Bleach – Bankai On Stage For Manga Fans
Rock Musical Bleach was my gateway to the universe of 2.5D musicals, a genre I had never experienced. As a Bleach fan and events promoter at Japan Travel KK with a background in facilitating unique cultural experiences (Noh with projection mapping, bespoke Yuranza performances…), attending this show in Tokyo was a revelation. Fellow Bleach fans,…
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Yuranza – One-time-only Performances
Imagine sparking your next event in Japan with a unique performance, a masterpiece tailored for your brand, industry, or theme by Yuranza! I help this fascinating Japanese performance troupe as business development manager for Japan Travel KK. These artists in residence on Mount Minobu do unforgettable concerts at unique venues and performances at MICE events…
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Japan’s Fiscal Year 2023 – A Bumpy, Fascinating Journey
The Japanese fiscal year (FY), concluding in March in alignment with the seasons, offers a fascinating perspective on business cycles. Here, March marks the culmination of the year’s efforts and serves as a springboard for new beginnings. As business development manager at Japan Travel KK, FY2023 carried significant challenges and triumphs. This reflection delves into…