♫ Japanese Washi Art & Piano Concert ♫ 和紙アート＆ピアノコンサート♫

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Japanese Washi Art & Piano Concert

♫ 和紙アート＆ピアノコンサート ♫

"A message from a world without words"

「言葉のない世界からのメッセージ」

"Coexsitence" Wahi Art by Midorino Kaeru

　"Life" - Washi Paper Art by Midorino Kaeru

This work "Life" was awarded the prestigious Judges' Special Award 

at the 30th Ueno no Mori Museum National Selected Artists Exhibition.

♫Japanese Washi Art & Piano Concert♫ 

"A message from a world without words"

by

Washi Artist 

MIDORINO Kaeru(Gigi)

The Pianist 

Masumi HIYOSHI

Saturday

2nd of May 2026

3:00 ～5:00pm

Door open at 2:30pm

＠ Brighton Concert Hall 

305 Brighton Rd, North Brighton SA 5048

Free admission!

Sorry, all the tickets Sold Out!

Advance online reservation is required

https://tinyurl.com/5n8ta4yf

This is a concert where the world of washi paper art by Midorino Kaeru (Gigi) merges with improvisational piano performances by Masumi Hiyoshi.

This concert will transport all audience members into an unprecedented, immersive, and sensory visual art world.

We are looking forward to meeting you all at the concert.

PROGRAMME

～Part 1～

3:00 - 5:00pm

@ Concert Hall

Collaboration of 

Tranquil Washi Art and

A passionate impromptu piano performance

4:40～5:00pm

Mini Fashion Show

Introducing a special clothing line featuring the beautfiful designs of Washi artist Midorino Kaeru. 

～Part 2～　

5:00 - 7:00pm

@ Hall Loby

After Concert Events of 

Japanese Culture Experience Activities

Scroll down for more information　

There will be plenty of events

 after the concert

Following the concert, there will be a Japanese cultural introduction and networking reception in the lobby for everyone gathered here.

　　

• Special Washi Paper Art Exhibition
  
  
• Please come and enjoy Midori no Kaeru’s beautiful washi paper art up close.
  Prints of her artwork will also be available for sale.
  
  
• Sake Tasting 
  
  
• Complementary Nibles, Wines and soft drinks
  
  
• AJA Japanese Culture Introduction Activities
  

  AJA members and friends, with some Japanese students who are studying in Adelaide will be volunteering. 

• Japanese Wedding Kimono Display
  
  
• The color scheme and embroidery possess a beauty reminiscent of Washi paper art."

• Japanese Brush Calligraphy 
  
  
• Have your or family's name written in Japanese letters, then bring it back with you.
• "Midori-no-Kaeru-san signed a piece of paper with Washi paper attached, and wrote my name in Japanese calligraphy with a brush and ink.
• Take it home!
• Special paper is limited to 50 people (Please do no worry we have a plenty paper, but only 50 paper is with the artists signature) 
  
  
• Make Origami for Fun
• Are you a fan of Origami? Let's make any origami with Japanese volunteers.
  
  

• Yukata Try On - Take a photo
  　
• For those who cannot dress themselves, our AJA members and volunteers will be happy to assist you. Please feel free to ask.
  
  
• Japanese Tea Ceremony & Matcha Tasting with dainty sweets
  
  
• Matcha is a global sensation. Take a moment to enjoy its calming, zen-like quality.

★★★★

★The Washi Artist ★

Midorino Kaeru (Gigi) 

from Adelaide

Official site https://www.jwaci610.com/

Instagram

緑野カエルの和紙アート(@japanesewashiart310) • Instagram写真と動画 instagram.com

Words of recommendation

Midori no Kaeru, who is affectionately known as "Gigi". She is a true pioneer of Japanese hairdressers in Adelaide, having built a long career there.

Since 2011, Gigi has been active worldwide as a washi paper artist, cutting "washi" (Japanese paper) instead of "hair" to breathe life into her creations.

Because Gigi is a member of AJA and supports AJA, and she is so cheerful and positive, AJA just had to reciprocate and support her, so we have decided to cooperate and be part of this event with her.

Kyoko
President of AJA as a friendly supporter and Gigi's friend

★The Pianist ★

Masumi HIYOSHI

from Japan

Official site https://www.hiyoshimasumi.com

A pianist who breathes musical life into art through improvisation."

★The designer ★

Aya Nakao 

from Japan

Inspired by the work and philosophy of Kaeru Midorino, 

she founded the brand 'inza'

A part of the proceeds from this brand 

go to the art activities of Midorino Kaeru.

https://www.instagram.com/inza_art_fashion?igsh=ZW1kZ2gwbXgzbjJ5

Midorino Kaeru Official site https://www.jwaci610.com/

＜AJA-SA's involvement >

Kaeru-san is contributing to society via her Washi paper art.

Midorino Kaeru has established the Association Japan Washi Art & Culture Inc and are engaged in various social contribution activities across Japan.

All proceeds from Midorino Kaeru's art work related goods are used to fund various social contribution activities like the ones below.

Consequently, as AJA-SA is also a non profitable community organisation, has decided to support her and contributing our volunteer's time for making this event successful and adding more Japanese taste and colour to this event. 

• 10 Gomi Monday - Pick up 10 rubbish while you are walking on Monday 
• Supporting artistic activities for people with disabilities and vulnerable groups, and hosting related events
• Washi paper art workshop at a facility for people with disabilities
• Washi Paper Art Workshop for Families with Disabilities
• Visiting Special Education Schools and hold Wash Art experience 
•  Providing a video how to make Washi Art for children who are receiving cares at home
• Planning On Line Washi Art workshop
• And more