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DJ MIKU — DJ / Producer

Rooted in the sounds of 1980s New Wave, Electro, Techno, Hip Hop, and Disco,

DJ MIKU built his early career as a resident DJ at six clubs and discos across Tokyo.

In the early 1990s, he emerged from Tokyo’s underground scene,

becoming a key resident at the warehouse party KEY-ENERGY,

where he helped shape a new club culture defined by experimentation and raw energy.

In 1996, he founded NewStage Records,

followed by multiple independent labels including NS-COM,

releasing works by both Japanese and international artists.

Through his long-running residency at WOMB in Shibuya with the party CYCLONE,

as well as numerous festival appearances,

he established himself as a vital presence within Japan’s electronic music landscape.

In 2012, he launched the outdoor festival GLOBAL ARK,

alongside the label GLOBAL ARK RECORDING,

documenting and disseminating music born from the event.

Through curatorial vision and international network-building,

he continues to connect the Japanese scene with audiences worldwide.

His DJ sets extend far beyond conventional mixing.

He approaches performance as narrative construction across time,

meticulously placing click-driven textures, deep low frequencies, and delicate melodies.

Incorporating edits, original remixes, rare tracks, and live parameter manipulation,

he balances spontaneity with structural precision.

From peak-time club floors to outdoor listening sessions,

his sound remains unmistakably cohesive and immersive.

Today, he continues to perform actively at clubs, festivals, and art spaces

both in Japan and internationally,

while expanding his work through label management, compilation projects,

and the production and mentorship of emerging artists.

DJ KENSEI

Born in Tokyo. He began DJing and producing in the mid-1980s and has been active from the heart of the early Japanese hip‑hop scene, creating original sonic spaces through diverse selections and precise sound control. Reflecting this work, he has released numerous records, CDs, and cassette tapes under various names and projects, including DJ KENSEI, Indopepsychics, Kemuri Productions, Banana Connection, Final Drop, Outerlimits Inc., Nude Jazz, Coffee & Cigarettes Band, OMA'N'SEI, Ispaar Band, Colorful House Band, KOKENSHOW, and LOOPS. In both production and DJ mixing, he emphasizes an organic groove and sensibility even when working with electronic sources. He also runs a label called sorameccer sound design, which translates sound and art into multidimensional forms.

DJ Yogurt(Upset Rec)

A transformative GOA outdoor party altered his life’s course, leading him to dance on Pha Ngan, in London, and Amsterdam. After returning to Japan he began DJing and producing while working at record shops.

He spent 15 years working at record stores in Tokyo, accumulating knowledge and experience, and afterward performed almost every weekend at clubs, outdoor parties, and festivals across the country; he released numerous records and CDs that nearly sold out.

During the three years of the COVID period he uploaded ten DJ mix videos to YouTube, earning strong praise, and in 2024 he released six new tracks on Bandcamp. He continues into 2025 with his passion for DJing, its preparations, and music production burning bright. 

HIDAI(OtOdashi/PARAMOUNT)

DJ of soundsystem crew OtOdashi, active mainly in the outdoors.

He brings his own sound system to design the floor, and is active in various indoor and outdoor events with his ever-changing style.

Strongly influenced by TEKNIVAL and underground transcendental DIY parties, he has actively participated in non-entrance style events such as OtOdashi, BEACHWHISTLE, Black Sheep, PARALLEL WORLD, etc., and has raised their scene.

Based on the experience he has cultivated there, he has been active as a promoter and organizer of a wide variety of events, and now focuses on expressing a high quality world view.

His music as a DJ has roots in all kinds of sounds, from hiphop to crossover, live instruments, natural sounds, unnatural sounds, electro, etc., and he creates a grandeur groove by accumulating and utilizing various sound sources, mainly techno.

In 2013, he launched "PARAMOUNT" using TW AUDiO as the sound system.

In 2016, he released the mix CD "FocusOnTorus" from "BEACHWHISTLE".

DJ GA-SU (Chacra Sound / UG.J & System) 

Began DJing hip hop in 1999 and moved into outdoor events in 2005, gradually shifting focus toward Techno and Trance. In 2008 he started organizing Chacra Sound nights at Aoyama Ever. 

He made his first overseas appearance in 2012 at Aware Dance 4 Fes in Bali. From 2013 he joined WingMakers, expanding his activities in the Trance scene. In 2015 he performed at Evolution CAMBODIA and that same year staged Chacra Sound’s first outdoor party at Chidori Park in Kawasaki. In 2022 he teamed up with the organizer Hone no Ne to present “Bones of Sound x ChacraSound.” 

Today he continues to run Chacra Sound while DJing Techno and PsyTrance, and provides PA support centered around UG.J & System. He also regularly assists with event and festival production and support. His playing style is understated rather than flashy, built on steady, reliable mixing that draws out dancers’ psychedelics—earning high praise from both audiences and fellow DJs. 

snipe1(MR1N7OS)

Known as a pioneer in the graffiti scene, snipe1 also carries a long-standing career as a DJ.
Starting with a Vangelis record in the mid-80s, moving through the 90s HIPHOP era under the influence of the X-MEN crew, he mastered vinyl-only juggling and scratching.
 
As a traveler, he dove into techno, minimal, and electro, hijacking DJ booths from Goa to Berlin.
His mixes always carry a story, freely crossing genres and transporting dancers into another dimension.
 snipe1’s sound is not just to be heard — it’s to be experienced.

TAICHI KAWAHIRA( Brightness | REWLOOLA )

Taichi began his career in 1997 with live performances and event organizing, later releasing music on various labels and starting his DJ career in 2004. His hypnotic, psychedelic techno—blending deep storytelling with space-driven energy—has earned acclaim both in Japan and abroad, leading to performances at FUJI ROCK FESTIVAL and a range of venues from major clubs to underground spaces.

Beyond techno, he explores electronica, experimental, ambient, and abstract music, curating sound for galleries and art events. His artistic versatility has made him a sought-after sound curator for galleries and art events. Pushing the boundaries of conventional DJing, he also integrates live improvisation with guitar and vocals into his performances. His live & DJ tours across Asia and Europe have received critical acclaim, with standout performances including a rave at FC St. Pauli’s football stadium in Germany and a series of highly praised live sets across France—both of which have led to annual tour invitations.

Under his solo project REWLOOLA, he takes a freeform, genre-blending approach to music production, currently working on a new album. Meanwhile, his self-produced outdoor festival Brightness celebrates its 12th year, carving out a unique space where club culture, live bands, and various art forms seamlessly intersect. With its groundbreaking cross-disciplinary approach, the festival continues to push artistic boundaries and foster a thriving, forward-thinking community.

TSUTOMU (Sawagi Festival | nagomi)

TSUTOMU began his career in 2003 at the now-closed Aoyama LOOP. He is currently the resident DJ of nagomi, a party held at Aoyama ZERO—renowned worldwide for its exceptional room acoustics—where he has been creating a space that fuses music and art while connecting people. 

In 2015, he launched Sawagi Festival at Lake Yamanaka. At the same time, he joined the organizing team of Spring Love Harukaze, held annually at Yoyogi Park. 

At Sawagi Festival 2017, he successfully invited Tappion Soundsystem (Shlømo x AWB x PVNV) from France for their first-ever performance outside the country. He has also hosted parties featuring leading figures of the French underground scene such as Francois X, Antigone, and Bambounou. In 2019, he achieved a notable collaboration between his own project and the art collective #BCTION, further raising expectations for his future endeavors. 

TSUTOMU has provided DJ mixes for Hole and Holland Podcast, J-WAVE’s TOKYO M.A.A.D SPIN, Block FM, and more. 

In parallel, he has been deeply involved in event production and operations at major outdoor festivals including GLOBAL ARK, Re:birth Festival, iLINX, Agaitida in Okinawa, and annahme in Kochi. 

TSUTOMU continues to expand his activities as a DJ and producer whose future is highly anticipated. 

Qmico (QUALIA)

Hailing from Tokyo, Qmico began DJing in 2011.

With a focus on techno and a versatile style that transcends genres, she navigates between minimal, experimental, leftfield, and deep house, captivating audiences at various techno and electronic music outdoor festivals such as rural and Paramount, as well as clubs across Japan. She’s played the supporting role for many international acts including Peter Van Hoesen, Voiski, and Anthony Linell, steadily solidifying her presence in the scene.

Her pursuit of immersive soundscapes, rich with both a sense of floatation and speed imbued with narrative, seamlessly harmonizes with the atmosphere of each venue, creating an organic psychedelic space.

NUTMEG(ALA/DJ/Composer) 

She is a Tokyo-based DJ and composer whose one quarter American heritage informs a multilayered sensibility. Her sets, which blend the melodic poignancy of 90s trance with the textural depth of psychedelic techno, are characterized by deep, trippy textures, carefully designed dynamics, and build-ups that trace immersive sonic journeys, drawing audiences into sustained engagement. By employing airy pads and expansive reverb alongside recurring trance-tinged peaks, she moves listeners through waves of feeling, delivering prolonged experiences that extend beyond single moments of euphoria. She adapts dynamics and pacing to suit clubs, outdoor festivals, and other varied contexts, responding to each venue’s distinct energy. 

She founded the ALA party and invests in curation and on-site production to create musical contexts. Through releases on European labels and collaborations with domestic and international artists, she actively fosters cross-border exchange and continually broadens her artistic scope. Drawing on experience across clubs, outdoor festivals, and self-run events, she offers holistic spatial direction that goes beyond mere track delivery. 

Layering elements drawn from classic trance and contemporary techno, she reads the floor’s breath to alternate build and release, shaping shifting emotional landscapes in each moment and centering her practice on the act of transforming space. 

Maruri

MARURI embodies the true lapis-blue star, expressing everything through sound. She works with the mission of dancing, praying, and honoring, and belongs to ALA’s team where she cares for artists and guests. Though new to DJing, she excels at warm, comforting sets that bring calm to the dance floor. A mother of three, she draws on broad life experience and is also an entrepreneur who manufactures and sells organic cosmetics, bringing meticulous care to both event operations and experience design. 

LiaRako(ASTRAL)

Rooted in deep sounds, she seamlessly moves between hypnotic and organic textures, reading the atmosphere of the floor and shaping each moment into a fitting progression.
She began producing music at the age of 18 in 2020, and launched her DJ career in October 2022.
With over ten years of piano experience and a lifelong sensitivity to sound, she expresses her intuitive feelings through sound.
Her sets emphasize immersion, guiding the audience toward a state of deep consciousness beyond sound itself.
Since 2023, she has been hosting her own event, "ASTRAL" themed around deep × cosmic, further expanding her exploration of sound.

YAKO MIKA

Born in Kobe, he began his career in 1984 and now works between Kobe and Tokyo. He is a DJ, modular-synth player, sound artist, producer, and party organizer who leads the scene with a multifaceted approach that spans TECHNO / HOUSE, experimental music, ambient, and tribal sounds.

Musical Approach

While rooted in Techno and House, his practice crosses genres—from experimental music to ambient and tribal—creating a broad, exploratory palette. He is known for crafting unique soundscapes that balance delicacy and dynamism.

Performance and Sound Design

With experience playing in clubs, galleries, and outdoor spaces, he has a strong reputation for “sonic design” tailored to each environment. His ability to read the room and weave precise flows across styles such as Experimental, Techno, Downtempo, Tribal, Ambient, House, and Disco has earned wide support from listeners.

Current Projects

He currently runs the party RESONANCE, set against the natural and urban landscapes of Kobe, where he fuses Japanese cultural elements with techno, house, and modular synthesis. The event pursues possibilities beyond the club format and continues to evolve as a platform bridging art and club culture.

Composition and Production

In his modular-synth work he reconstructs the boundaries of formats and genres, exploring uncharted sonic territories between club music and art. His singular sound—where deep spirituality meets contemporary sensibility—continues to generate new forms of resonance.

NODA

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TAKUMI-DESNSHI

GOD

VQ
(GoodFellasTOKYO, HageLongs,

tribalkarma, HOR, etc.)

~ life is beautiful chaos ~

DJ, track maker, beat maker,
sarod player of North Indian classical music, and more.
A crazy old guy with a deep love for beautiful things.

Raised from childhood in an environment surrounded by
art and music,
he went through years of trial and error
across many different forms of expression
before starting his journey in music production and DJing.

In 2003, he traveled to India
and began studying the sarod,
a plucked string instrument
used in North Indian classical music.

Currently based between
Tokyo, Kanagawa,
Tochigi, and Ibaraki (Northern Kanto),
he is active as a DJ and solo live-set performer,
while also collaborating in live performances and session work
with various musicians, dancers, and bands.

He also provides music
for web TV and lo-fi hip hop channels,
and continues to explore a wide range of creative activities.

OtOdashi Sound System

They started his activities with a sound system around 2007. They has been trying to match the most suitable equipment for each party by utilizing the experience he has gained from the many sites he has participated in in the past. In order to make the most of the characteristics of the music itself, regardless of genre, the system is composed of equipment that can move between digital and analog circuits to accommodate a wide range of music. The highly expressive output sounded there becomes wave motion and shakes the space. 

Marimosphere 

Visual Artist, Crypto Artist, VJ,

Projection Mapping, VR, XR, Blockchain Ensuthiast, Visionary...