Product Description

Overview

The Mount Fuji Kawaguchiko Piano Festival 2025 is a prestigious music festival held at the scenic foot of Mount Fuji and Lake Kawaguchi, featuring world-class performers including Nobuyuki Tsujii (pianist in residence), Makoto Ozone, Kazune Shimizu, Yurie Miura, Fumiaki Miura, and Shutaro Matsui. Running from September 19–23, 2025, at Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (1,200 seats) and the intimate Kawaguchiko Circular Hall (100 seats for premium recitals), the festival offers a blend of solo, chamber, and orchestral performances with Mount Fuji as a stunning backdrop. Highlights include Nobuyuki Tsujii’s Special GALA, a PIANIST Session GALA with Tsujii, Ozone, and Matsui, and a Concerto GALA featuring Beethoven’s Triple Concerto. Praised on X for its “breathtaking setting” and Tsujii’s “ethereal playing”, the festival attracts global music lovers. Tickets are ¥8,800 for Stellar Theater (all seats reserved) and likely higher for Circular Hall’s limited recitals (100 seats), with resale prices potentially reaching ¥10,000–¥15,000 due to high demand. Ideal for classical music enthusiasts and tourists exploring the Fuji Five Lakes, early booking via Jasumo is critical due to limited seating and the artists’ renown.

Why Attend

• Star Performers: Features Nobuyuki Tsujii, Makoto Ozone, Kazune Shimizu, Yurie Miura, Fumiaki Miura, and Shutaro Matsui, blending piano, violin, and trumpet virtuosity.
• Unique Venues: Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater offers Mount Fuji views, while Circular Hall provides an intimate 100-seat experience.
• Diverse Program: Includes Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, solo recitals, and ensemble sessions, from classical to jazz-inspired works.
• Scenic Location: Set near Lake Kawaguchi, close to Oishi Park, Fuji-Q Highland, and Mount Fuji, perfect for cultural and nature tourism.
• High Demand: Limited capacities (1,200 for Stellar Theater, 100 for Circular Hall) and Tsujii’s global fanbase drive competitive ticket sales.

Ticket Information

Event Dates & Times

• Kawaguchiko Circular Hall (Yamanashi Prefecture)
  • Sep 19, 2025 (Fri): Nobuyuki Tsujii Premium Recital, 18:00 (doors ~17:15, estimated), limited to 100 seats.
  • Sep 20, 2025 (Sat): Makoto Ozone Premium Recital, 18:00 (doors ~17:15), limited to 100 seats.
  • Sep 22, 2025 (Mon): Kazune Shimizu & Fumiaki Miura Premium Recital, 18:00 (doors ~17:15), limited to 100 seats.
• Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (Yamanashi Prefecture)
  • Sep 20, 2025 (Sat): Nobuyuki Tsujii Kawaguchiko Special GALA, 15:00 (doors ~14:15).
  • Sep 21, 2025 (Sun): Nobuyuki Tsujii, Shutaro Matsui, Makoto Ozone PIANIST Session GALA, 14:00 (doors ~13:15).
  • Sep 23, 2025 (Tue, Holiday): Yurie Miura, Nobuyuki Tsujii, Kazune Shimizu Concerto GALA, 14:00 (doors 13:15).

Program:

• Sep 19 (Circular Hall): Nobuyuki Tsujii Premium Recital (program TBD, likely Chopin or Liszt, based on past performances).
• Sep 20 (Circular Hall): Makoto Ozone Premium Recital (program TBD, likely jazz-classical fusion).
• Sep 20 (Stellar Theater): Nobuyuki Tsujii Special GALA (program TBD, possibly Liszt’s The Best of Liszt).
• Sep 21 (Stellar Theater): PIANIST Session GALA (program TBD, featuring Tsujii, Matsui, Ozone, and ensemble with Karen Kido, Ryota Azuma, Kyoko Shoda, Masanori Yabe, Yumeji Kataoka, Taketo Tsubosaka, ARK BRASS, Shinpei Ogawa, Kita Kunitto).
• Sep 22 (Circular Hall): Kazune Shimizu & Fumiaki Miura Premium Recital (program TBD, likely chamber music).
• Sep 23 (Stellar Theater): Concerto GALA featuring Beethoven’s Triple Concerto and other works, with Yurie Miura, Nobuyuki Tsujii, Kazune Shimizu, Saki Kawakubo (violin), Mari Endo (cello), conducted by Shigeo Genda, with Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra.
• Program details subject to change; check https://pianofes.stellartheater.jp/.

Performers:

• Nobuyuki Tsujii (Piano, Sep 19, 20, 21, 23)
• Makoto Ozone (Piano, Sep 20, 21)
• Kazune Shimizu (Piano, Sep 22, 23)
• Yurie Miura (Piano, Sep 23)
• Fumiaki Miura (Violin, Sep 22)
• Shutaro Matsui (Trumpet, Sep 21)
• Others (Sep 21): Karen Kido (Violin), Ryota Azuma (Violin), Kyoko Shoda (Viola), Masanori Yabe (Cello), Yumeji Kataoka (Double Bass), Taketo Tsubosaka (Piano), ARK BRASS, Shinpei Ogawa (Bass), Kita Kunitto (Drums)
• Concerto GALA (Sep 23): Saki Kawakubo (Violin), Mari Endo (Cello), Shigeo Genda (Conductor), Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra

Duration: ~2 hours for Stellar Theater performances (including intermission, based on similar events); ~1.5 hours for Circular Hall recitals (estimated).
Performance Period: September 19, 2025 – September 23, 2025
Venue Websites:

• Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater: https://stellartheater.jp/
• Kawaguchiko Circular Hall: Check https://pianofes.stellartheater.jp/ for details.

Purchase Channels

• Contact Jasumo for official ticket bookings via the Jasumo Contact Form.
• Additional platforms: Authorized partners like Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp), Lawson Ticket, or eplus, subject to availability.
• General sale: Until Sep 18, 2025, 23:59 JST (all performances).
• Same-day tickets: Limited availability at venue box offices ~1 hour before performances, subject to sell-out (extremely limited for Circular Hall’s 100-seat recitals).
• Resale options: Official resale via Ticket Pia or eplus starts ~5 days prior (e.g., Sep 14, 2025).

Rules

• Preschool children under 6 not permitted; ages 6 and over require a ticket.
• No photography, video, or recording unless specified; violators may be removed without refund.
• No refunds or exchanges for performer, program, or schedule changes, only for cancellation; travel and accommodation costs not covered.
• Tickets subject to Japan’s Ticket Resale Prohibition Act; paid transfers without promoter consent prohibited.
• Wheelchair seats: Contact Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3337) or Stellar Theater (0555-72-5588) for accessible arrangements; Circular Hall accessibility limited due to small size.
• Maximum 4 tickets per person per performance.
• Performance times and programs tentative; check https://pianofes.stellartheater.jp/ for updates.

Ticket Types & Pricing

Official Pricing (Tax Included, Per Performance):

• Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (Sep 20–23): All seats reserved, ¥8,800.
• Kawaguchiko Circular Hall (Sep 19–22): All seats reserved, pricing TBD (likely ¥10,000–¥15,000 due to 100-seat limit, based on premium recital trends).

Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change):

• Stellar Theater: ¥10,000–¥12,000, ~100–200 tickets left per performance.
• Circular Hall: ¥15,000–¥20,000, ~20–50 tickets left per recital (due to 100-seat limit).

Notes:

• Stellar Theater tickets (¥8,800) offer reserved seating in the ~1,200-seat venue with Mount Fuji views.
• Circular Hall pricing unavailable but likely higher due to exclusive 100-seat capacity; contact Sunrise Promotion for details.
• Reseller prices are inflated, e.g., ¥10,000 vs. ¥8,800 for Stellar Theater seats.
• Book early through Jasumo to secure official pricing via Sunrise Promotion or Ticket Pia, especially for Circular Hall’s limited recitals.
• High demand due to small venues (1,200 for Stellar, 100 for Circular) and Tsujii’s global fanbase.

Sales Schedule

Advance:

• Kawaguchiko Circular Hall (Sep 19–22, 2025): General sale until Sep 18, 2025, 23:59 JST.
• Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (Sep 20–23, 2025): General sale until Sep 18, 2025, 23:59 JST.

Same-Day: Limited availability at venue box offices ~1 hour before performances, if available; expect higher prices, especially for Circular Hall (100 seats).
Resale: Official resale via Ticket Pia or eplus starts ~5 days prior (e.g., Sep 14, 2025).

Venue Details

• Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (Yamanashi Prefecture)
  • Location: 5577 Funatsu, Fujikawaguchiko-machi, Minamitsume-gun, Yamanashi.
  • Capacity: Approximately 1,200 seats (Roman theater-inspired, with Mount Fuji views).
  • Access:
    • 10-minute taxi or shuttle from Kawaguchiko Station, Fujikyuko Line (~5 km).
    • 5-minute drive from Kawaguchiko IC, Chuo Expressway.
  • Attractions: Oishi Park, 2-minute drive; Kawaguchiko Music Forest Museum, 5-minute walk; Fuji-Q Highland, 10-minute drive.
• Kawaguchiko Circular Hall (Yamanashi Prefecture)
  • Location: Near Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (exact address TBD, check https://pianofes.stellartheater.jp/).
  • Capacity: Approximately 100 seats (intimate recital setting).
  • Access: Similar to Stellar Theater; contact Sunrise Promotion for shuttle details.
  • Attractions: Same as Stellar Theater, with proximity to Lake Kawaguchi and Mount Fuji.

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify performance date, venue, and ticket type, e.g., Sep 19, Circular Hall, Tsujii Recital, 2 tickets, or Sep 23, Stellar Theater, Concerto GALA, and preferences like wheelchair access.
• Benefits: Bilingual support, assistance with Sunrise Promotion or Ticket Pia bookings, guidance for Japanese phone number or ID requirements, and group bookings up to 4 tickets.
• Note: Book by September 10, 2025, to secure official prices (¥8,800 for Stellar Theater, TBD for Circular Hall) and avoid inflated resale prices, e.g., ¥15,000 for Circular Hall. Availability is extremely limited, especially for Circular Hall’s 100-seat recitals.

Inquiries

• Performance and Ticket Inquiries: Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3337, https://sunrisetokyo.com/, ticket reservations).
• Venue Inquiries: Kawaguchiko Stellar Theater (0555-72-5588, https://stellartheater.jp/); Circular Hall via Sunrise Promotion or festival website.

Disclaimer

Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural and music events, including the Mount Fuji Kawaguchiko Piano Festival 2025, through authorized platforms like Sunrise Promotion Tokyo and Ticket Pia. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide international customers through the official booking process, addressing challenges such as:

• Language Barriers: Japan’s ticketing systems are primarily in Japanese, posing challenges for non-Japanese speakers. Jasumo offers bilingual support to ensure a seamless booking experience.
• Access to Local Platforms: Platforms like Ticket Pia require free membership, Japanese phone numbers, or specific payment methods. Jasumo assists with navigation and international payment options where available.
• High Demand and Limited Availability: With venue capacities of ~1,200 (Stellar Theater) and 100 (Circular Hall) and Nobuyuki Tsujii’s global fanbase, securing tickets, especially for premium recitals, is highly competitive. Jasumo helps manage sales deadlines and accessibility requests to maximize your chances.

Due to high demand and limited availability, securing tickets is not guaranteed. Refunds will only be issued in the event of cancellation. We strongly recommend booking by September 10, 2025, to access official prices (¥8,800 for Stellar Theater, TBD for Circular Hall) and avoid inflated resale prices, e.g., ¥15,000. Official resale options are available ~5 days prior to each performance, and Jasumo can assist with monitoring these opportunities.

Reviews

• Tsujii’s performance at Kawaguchiko was magical—Mount Fuji made it unforgettable!
• Jasumo secured my Circular Hall tickets; the intimate recital was a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
• A must for music lovers, paired with exploring Oishi Park and Lake Kawaguchi!