Pre-event for "The 44th Yokohama International Piano Concert Unofficial

Ahead of the "44th Yokohama International Piano Concert by Invitation" to be held in November 2026, we will hold a pre-event featuring two of Japan's leading pianists, Ms. Akiko Ebi and Mr. Kotaro Fukuma. The two, who are also members of the planning committee responsible for selecting the performers for this concert, will introduce the appeal of the four young pianists who will appear in the main concert in the fall, and what to listen to, in a talk format with moderator Satoshi Asaoka. The event will conclude with a live piano performance of gems by the two pianists, who continue to be active at the forefront of their craft. We hope you will enjoy this rare opportunity to experience the charm of an international concert in the open atrium space of Yokohama City Hall.