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Hayayo Komada shows off the potential of Tsugaru shamisen in new Seatech commercial

2025.01.04 / Last updated: 2025.01.04

Hayayo Komada appears in new Seatec CM!
~ “Study of technology and the future” drawn with Tsugaru shamisen ~

Hayayo Komada, a shamisen player who weaves tradition and innovation, will appear in Seatech Co., Ltd.'s new commercial, "Technology Opens Tomorrow." With expressive power that goes beyond the boundaries of traditional Japanese music, commercials that symbolize the challenge of a new future are attracting attention.

Hayayo Komada's challenge in the new Seatech commercial

Hayayo Komada, who is attracting attention both domestically and internationally as a dual-player of Tsugaru-shamisen and Nagauta-shamisen, will appear in a new commercial for Seatech Co., Ltd. Through the sound of the traditional musical instrument, the shamisen, we express the weight of Japanese culture, which has a history of over 400 years, and the potential for technological innovation. Komada's passionate performance visually and sensually conveys Seatech's ``sustainable future'' and ``power of technology,'' while leaving a deep impression on the audience. This commercial is currently being aired on YouTube and TV. Please come and experience Komada's enthusiasm and his thoughts on Seatech's future.

▶︎ Click here for details: Click here for the CM special page

Recital “The future of music spun by Tsugaru shamisen”

The next challenge is Aomori, the birthplace of the Tsugaru shamisen. A recital will be held on January 26, 2025 (Sunday) as part of the Aomori City citizen activity revitalization project that supports local culture. Komada's performance will become even more colorful with the addition of pianist Eri Tanabe and violinist Yuki Hanai.

Performance details

Date and time: Sunday, January 26, 2025, 14:00 start (doors open at 13:30)
Venue: Linkmore Heiankaku Civic Hall (Aomori Civic Hall)
(3-minute walk from the front exit of JR Aomori Station)

Program example

Tsugaru Jonkara Bushi
Kuroishi Yosarebushi
Passion Continent (Taro Hakase)
Czardash (Monty) et al.

Ticket information

Non-members: Donation invitation ticket (2,000 yen)
for elementary and junior high school students and their guardians residing in Aomori City (capacity limited)

For application and details, please contact the NPO "Music Net Aomori".

The long-awaited new single “LUNA” is now on sale

Hayo Komada's new single "LUNA" is an ambitious work that combines tradition and modernity. The new sound of the shamisen breathes new life into the modern music scene.

▶︎ Click here to purchase: BASE: Hayayo Komada Official Store
　　　　　　　　 Click here for various music distribution sites

Her first full album “Tsukimae Koiuta” is also on sale now!

Sayako Komada's first full-length album, ``Tsukimae Koiuta,'' features new arrangements that resonate in the modern music scene while respecting folk song traditions. This album contains an original song that he composed at the age of 15, as well as a one-shot sound source of songs from Tsugaru Jon that can only be heard here, and contains a message for the next generation.

▶︎ Click here to purchase: Various music distribution sites