"Creating Japanese traditions that resonate with the current times."
This is the heartfelt vision of the Ikuta School of Koto Chikage since its foundation.

Koto is one of Japan’s traditional arts, a form of music that has been passed down through generations across the ages.
We are working to blend this rich, continuous history with the sensibilities of the current times to create new expressions of koto music.

Since our founding 60 years ago, the foundation of our teaching has been "embracing individuality".
In addition to learning the fundamental skills of the koto, we place an emphasis on cultivating the attitude and joy needed to create music that touches the hearts of others.

We will continue to make sincere and careful steps so that the charm of the koto and the deep resonance of Japanese music will reach the hearts of many people across countries and generations.

We hope you will join us on this journey of passing on this tradition to future generations.