The Ultimate Japanese Entertainment Guide for Event Planners
The gala dinner is the highlight of any event, the moment when all the hard work finally pays off.
You may already have a stunning venue and a refined dining experience planned.
But what if you added one more element to elevate the night even further?
Japan is home to a wide range of captivating performers - from acts rooted in rich traditional culture, to dynamic, high-energy performances enhanced by lighting and visual effects.
Here, we introduce some of Japan’s most exceptional performers, each highly acclaimed on the global stage and ready to make your event truly unforgettable.
1.NEO-GEISHA
An all-female performance group that specializes in superhuman movements such as robotic and slow-motion movements.
Geisha entertain guests at banquets by performing a variety of arts. NEO-Geisha uses dance as their art form and reaches the hearts of people of all ages and genders with their unique performances and expressions. They appeared on America's Got Talent in 2018, and are active in a wide range of areas, including live performances, music videos, and commercials, as well as choreography.
2. SPINNIN RONIN
There are no stage sets whatsoever.
The spectacular action of well-trained bodies, the carefully calculated sound and light, and the excitement of the audience's imaginationcome together to depict a whole range of worlds.
Dance, theater, Chinese martial arts... the stunning performance transcends genres and the heart-wrenching story will transport the audience to a world far removed from everyday life.
SPINNIN RONIN is a new entertainment and art group.
3.EL SQUAD
Based on street dance, they attached EL wires to their costumes, and performed in the dark, overturning conventional wisdom.
The shocking performance became a hot topic as soon as it was used in an Xperia commercial, and the performance video was spread all over the world through YouTube, not only in Japan, but has been viewed more than 60 million times, and continues to fascinate people all over the world.
4.NINJA-DO
A new type of ninja show with a focus on light and sound effects
An ever-evolving performance that overturns the concept of traditional ninja shows.
It will captivate the audience with light weapons, sound effects, an innovative storyline and light-hearted action. It is a ninja performance as entertainment that is different from any ninja show that has come before.
5.RE-DELTA
Wota-gei performer’s unit “Re-delta”
“Wota-gei” refers to dancing and chiming in to music to support idols, with ”Wota" being an abbreviation of "otaku," and the term came to be known as "ota-gei" or "wota-gei."
Today, influenced by these videos, more and more people are performing Wota-gei not only in Japan but overseas as well, and Wota-gei has evolved into an independent performance on a different level from supporting idols. Overseas, there are even world championships for the genre, known as glow stick dance.
6.MASKED SHOWMAN
A striking and impactful performance group featuring fully masked, visually bold characters who bring to life a stylish and contemporary world of entertainment.
Comprised of top-level professional performers from various genres, the team delivers a dynamic and genre-spanning show that blends individual skills with creative use of LED equipment, props, and visual effects.
The result is a one-of-a-kind entertainment experience full of variety and artistic flair.
7.UNICIRCLE FLOW
Highly acclaimed worldwide, their performance is often described as “figure skating on land”.
Members have appeared in various major shows in Japan and overseas, including Cirque du Soleil, and have even competed on America’s Got Talent.
They offer solo, pair, and group performances — each with its own appeal.
Group acts in particular are known for their speed, dynamic movement, and perfectly synchronized elegance, delivering a truly captivating show.
8.KEINCHI EBINA “EBIKEN”
The World of EBIKEN Unfolds Across the Globe
From private parties for global celebrities such as Madonna, Simon Cowell, members of the Moroccan royal family, and the President of Kazakhstan, to being the first Japanese performer ever invited to take the stage at the prestigious TED Conference—an event where 50 world-renowned figures, including former U.S. presidents, Nobel laureates, and celebrities, deliver presentations—EBIKEN has captivated audiences worldwide.
Currently active as a solo performer, EBIKEN has appeared in events and on television in over 50 countries. In addition to performing, he also works as a producer, director, and casting coordinator for a wide range of creative projects.
We have introduced a selection of some of the latest and most exciting performers in Japan.
Beyond these examples, the country is home to countless talented artists and entertainers across a wide range of genres.
Our team can support performer bookings, as well as venue coordination and stage production, providing end-to-end arrangements for your event.
Please feel free to contact us anytime—we would be delighted to assist.
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