ABOUT
Classical Music Collection Japan (CMCJ) is a unique concert series rooted in the temples of Kamakura, Japan’s historic medieval capital. Bringing classical music into dialogue with traditional Japanese venues, CMCJ creates new artistic experiences shaped by nature and spirituality.
Since its first concert in 2023, CMCJ has welcomed international artists and continues to share this distinctive vision with a growing audience.
KENTARO
KATA
A NOTE FROM OUR FOUNDER
I was born and raised in Kamakura and now live in Paris.
When I consider what Japan can share with the world, I return to the temples and shrines of my hometown: spaces that have quietly shaped Japan’s sense of beauty and spirituality over centuries.
With the belief that these spaces can foster new art and culture, I founded CMCJ/Art & Space to share them with the world.
Through temples and shrines across Japan, we aim to create experiences that resonate deeply and remain in people’s hearts around the world.
RYUTARO
SUZUKI
MUSICAL DIRECTOR
Born in Kamakura, Japan, Ryutaro moved to France in 2008 to study at the Conservatory of Paris and at the Scuola di Musica di Fiesole.
After winning multiple prizes, he performed in important festivals such as Sommets Musicaux de Gstaad, Festival de Nohant or Ente Musicale di Nuoro, performed with renowned orchestras such as National Odessa Philharmonic Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra of Colombia and Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2023, he released his third album.
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