National Orchestra of Canada Tour in Tokyo

Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra makes a triumphant return to Japan, visiting Tokyo, Osaka, and Tsu (Mie).

What to expect

After more than 40 years, Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra embarks on a rare and meaningful tour of Japan. The Orchestra brings together world-class artistry and powerful musical storytelling, led by Music Director Alexander Shelley, and featuring pianist Olga Scheps and Concertmaster Yosuke Kawasaki.

The program spans rich musical landscapes:

• Beethoven – Symphony No. 5: A masterpiece of drama and triumph known the world over.
• Rachmaninoff – Piano Concerto No. 2: A timeless favorite filled with sweeping emotion and dazzling virtuosity.
• Keiko Devaux – Listening Underwater (Japanese premiere): A meditative, immersive soundscape by one of Canada’s most original voices.

Audiences in Japan will experience the energy and excellence of one of Canada’s foremost orchestras — and the powerful leadership of Concertmaster Yosuke Kawasaki.

Schedule

The Orchestra will tour Japan on the following dates and locations:

• Tokyo on June 3 (7 p.m.) at Suntory Hall
• Tsu (Mie) on June 5 (7 p.m.) at the Mie Center for the Arts
• Osaka on June 7 (2 p.m.) at Symphony Hall

Tickets

Seats for the Tokyo performance start at ¥7,000, but currently the only tickets available are B seats (¥11,000, A seats ¥13,000, and S seats (¥14,000/¥15,000). You can buy tickets for the Tokyo performance online.

You can also buy tickets for Osaka and Tsu (Mie) online.

How to get there

The Tokyo performance will be held at Suntory Hall. It’s a 5-minute walk from Roppongi-itchome Station and a 7-minute walk from Tameike-sanno Station.