coba (accordion, composer/arranger)

He began receiving musical training at the age of three and studied in Italy at the age of 18. He graduated at the top of his class from the Luciano Fancelli Conservatory of Music in Venice, where students from all over the world gather to pursue the pinnacle of accordion playing. In 1980, he became the first Asian to win the World Accordion Competition in Vienna. He has been touring Europe since the 1980s. In Japan, his albums "mania coba 1, 2" became a hit, selling over 150,000 copies. In 1995, he joined a world tour at the enthusiastic request of Icelandic singer Björk, performing in 60 countries worldwide. In 2006, he received the "Golden Reed Award," the Grammy Award of the accordion world. In 2017, he was awarded the Honorary Citizen Award by Castelfidardo, Italy, the mecca of the accordion, becoming the first Japanese person to receive this honor. As a composer, he has composed music for over 500 television shows, films, and commercials. In 2026, he will celebrate his 35th anniversary and is scheduled to release his 48th album.

Masashi Togame (clarinet)

Born in Hiroshima Prefecture. Began playing the violin at age 8 and the clarinet at age 15. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts and completed graduate studies there. In 1978, while still a graduate student, joined the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. Served as principal clarinetist of the orchestra for 35 years, retiring in May 2012. Currently a part-time lecturer at Seitoku University's Department of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts, and Musashino Academia Musicae. Vice President of the Japan Metal Clarinet Association. Representative Director of Kameko Music Studio Co., Ltd., which organizes TCCP. Associate member of the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra.

Kiyohiko Senba (percussion)

Born on December 23, 1954, in Tokyo. The eldest son of Kōsuke Senba, the head of the Senba school of traditional Japanese music, he began studying the kotsuzumi (small hand drum) and taiko (drum) under his father at the age of three. At the age of ten, he entered the world of Kabuki and appeared in numerous stage productions. While attending Tokyo University of the Arts, he received the Ataka Prize, awarded to outstanding performers in traditional Japanese music. In 1982, he formed the large-scale "Haniwa All Stars," and in addition to his own live performances and album production, he has been active both domestically and internationally, working as a music director for stage productions and producing other artists, in the fields of both Western and Japanese music.

Kaori Takahashi (violin)

She began playing the violin at the age of four, and after graduating from Toho Gakuen University, she studied at the International Menuhin Music Academy in Switzerland. The following year, she entered the Berlin University of the Arts. While still a student, she was active in recitals, concerts, and festivals, mainly in the field of contemporary music. After graduating from the university, she received the Performer's Prize at the Darmstadt International Summer Seminar for Contemporary Music. Based in Tokyo, she participates in a wide variety of sessions and recordings as a violinist and violist, and is also dedicated to teaching younger generations.

Sachi Katto (Flute)

Born in Kochi Prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts. Studied flute with Takao Katto, Ririko Hayashi, Soichi Minegishi, Masao Yoshida, and Chang-Kook Kim, and chamber music with Tadashi Mori. In 1982, won third prize (no first prize awarded) at the Nippon Gakki Co., Ltd. Doppler Competition. In 1984, was a finalist at the 53rd Japan Music Competition. In 1985, won first prize at the 2nd Japan Flute Convention Competition and received the Best Performer Award for Commissioned Works. After playing with the Shinsei Nippon Symphony Orchestra, joined the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra in 1987, and served as principal flutist from 1990 to 2019. Currently a specially appointed professor at Showa University of Music.

Bakabon Suzuki (double bass)

Born in Tokyo. Ordained at Mount Koya in Wakayama Prefecture at the age of 5, receiving the Buddhist name Daiken. He began playing bass at the age of 20 and has participated in various bands including Metrofalse, Pearl Brothers, Kazumi Watanabe Resonance Vox, Voice Project, and PONTA BOX. He is one of Japan's leading bassists, highly trusted by many artists for his solid technique and groove-filled playing style. In 2010, he released his first leader album, "MY COMPLICATED MIND." He performs new songs at every live show during his own leader sessions.

Hiroyasu Fukui (bassoon)

Born in Hokkaido. Graduated from Showa University of Music with honors. Studied bassoon under Tetsu Ichinohe, Shigeru Ota, and the late Hiroaki Mizuma. Winner of the 7th Tsuyama International Music Festival Double Reed Competition, 2nd place in the 24th and 27th Japan Wind and Percussion Competitions, and 2nd place in the 20th Takarazuka Vega Music Competition. Has performed as a soloist with the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra, Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, and others. Currently a bassoonist with the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. Part-time lecturer at Showa University of Music and Toho Gakuen University. Member of the woodwind quintet "Tokyo Elements" and the bassoon quartet "D quartetto".

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