TATE Hatoryu NY 10th Anniversary Celebration at Japan Society

TATE Hatoryu NY (Founder: Kyo Kasumi)will hold the “10th Anniversary Showcase and Celebration” to commemorate the dojo's 10th anniversary as follows.The TATE Hatoryu NY dojo was established by Kyo Kasumi, the world's first Japanese female action director, to spread the Japanese culture of swordsmanship around the world from NY based on the spirit of “beginning and ending with respect,” and this year marks the 10th anniversary of its establishment. To commemorate the anniversary, this event will consist of two parts: a performance by dojo students and a talk by guests, followed by a reception. "GREAT NEWS!" Currently we are offering $10 Discount for Broadway World users. Please use HATORYUFAMILY10 when you purchase tickets. Part 1: Spectacular performance and talk show The first part will take place at the auditorium. The program will begin with a sword dance and traditional performance by selected members led by Director Kyo Kasumi, followed by a presentation by the younger generation on their past achievements, and a short story written especially for this stage, which will be shown in a hybrid of video and stage, and will consist of powerful stand-up routines. This will be followed by a talk show featuring Eriko Miyagawa, who was the producer of “SHOGUN,” a drama series that enjoyed great popularity in the U.S. during the first half of 2024. 【Performance】 Kata Manhattan Class Sword fights White Plains Class Tonfa fights LA Class Fan fights Teen Class Bo Staff fights Kama fights Action Comedy Act Hybride Samurai Sword Fighting Action Act (Short Film and Live) Talk show (with Ms. Miyagawa)

Part 2: Reception With the cooperation of the sponsors, the reception starts with Kagami-biraki (opening of the sake barrel). Enjoy food prepared by famous chefs and Japanese sake. Kagami-biraki with Dassai Blue Barrel The lid of a sake barrel is called “Kagami(mirror)” because of its round and flat shape, and “Kagam-biraki” is when the barrel lid is broken open and the sake is drunk together. This is a time to pray for everyone's health and happiness on the occasion of new beginnings and milestones, and to wish for their fulfillment. This time, the barrel of Dassai Blue, a very popular sake in New York, will be opened. Food menu crafted by Chef Abe The performance will be followed by a reception where guests can enjoy a sumptuous meal prepared by Chef Abe, who is well known in LA, NY, and Japan. This time, a special Miyazaki beef shabu-shabu will be prepared.