In 2026, Japan and the Philippines will celebrate the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations.
To mark this historic milestone, we have decided to hold a commemorative concert in Manila, Philippines, to celebrate the ties between our two countries.
One goal is to act as a bridge through music.
Having overcome past hardships and walked together for 70 years, we want to let the power of music, which transcends language barriers and embraces history, resonate with a melody of hope for the next 100 years. As neighbors in Asia, we will pour our utmost respect into our music.
Another point is the further evolution of New Japan Philharmonic.
For an orchestra, overseas performances are not merely tours. They are away from familiar halls, standing before audiences with different languages and cultures—an unfamiliar environment. In order to make their sound resonate in such a setting, each member must concentrate to the absolute limit and synchronize their breathing with one another.
The moment we perform facing a Filipino audience, feeling their pulse as we play—we believe that the "chemical reaction" born from this encounter with a different culture will bring a new sensibility to the orchestra and evolve our sound into something deeper and richer.
This project is a challenge for the future, created together with everyone who supports our growth. However, transporting instruments and traveling abroad requires significant expenses, and there are obstacles that we cannot overcome on our own.
From Sumida to the Philippines, and beyond to even greater heights. We humbly ask for your warm support as a partner in this journey in New Japan Philharmonic will carve a new chapter in its history.
[Crowdfunding Overview]
https://readyfor.jp/projects/njp2026
• Public viewing period: April 10, 2026 (Fri) 9:00 AM to June 15, 2026 (Mon) 11:00 PM
・Target amount: ¥3,000,000
• Use of target amount: To cover performance fees for performers and staff, rehearsal costs, venue fees for the performance, travel and accommodation expenses for performers, and other production expenses, as well as crowdfunding fees, etc.
[Concert Overview]
Performance title (tentative)
(Japanese) Concert commemorating the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and the Philippines
(English) The Concert commemorating the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and the Philippines
*Ticket release date and purchase method will be announced at a later date.
Performance dates and venues
2026年6月24日(水）19：30 フィリピン・マニラ公演 ソレアシアター（1,800席）
※時間は変更になる場合がございます。
Schedule
June 22, 2026: Rehearsal in Tokyo (Sumida Triphony Hall)
June 23rd Departure
June 24th, Manila: Final rehearsal and performance.
June 25th: Outreach activities and return home
Appearance
Conductor: Tetsuji Honma (Music Director and Chief Conductor of the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra)
Violin solo: Mayuko Kamio (Winner of the 13th International Tchaikovsky Competition, Violin Division)
Orchestra: New Japan Philharmonic
Program
- National anthem of Japan, National anthem of the Republic of the Philippines
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92
*In addition, orchestral works by Filipino composers are planned.
Sponsorship
Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP)
[Regarding planned outreach activities in the Philippines]
In addition to this performance, we are planning a string quartet performance for local children aged 9 to 21, in collaboration with a local NPO. The program is currently being planned based on requests from the local NPO and the children.
Target group: 370 people, ages 9-21
Content: String Quartet
Duration: Approximately 45 minutes
Song list: Under consideration based on requests