The 2nd Biwako Hall Piano Competition Final Unofficial

The 2nd Biwako Hall Piano Competition," where pianists from all over Japan gather, regardless of nationality or age, will be held on February 1, 2026, at the Biwako Hall Main Hall of the Shiga Performing Arts Center. The elite competitors who have won the preliminary contests in various categories, from elementary school students and under to high school students and under, as well as the general category, will present a piano performance that will resonate throughout the beautiful hall space. The jury will consist of up-and-coming pianists such as Tetsuro Saka, artistic director and conductor, Makoto Ueno, professor at Kyoto City University of Arts, and Tomoko Doi, professor at Kyoto Women's University, who will judge the competition rigorously and warmly, allowing you to enjoy a feast of young talent.