ハビ織り Tapestry of Christmas: A Piano Trio Concert from the Rising Sun and Pearl of the Orient
Habi-Ori ハビ織り
Join us for a musical celebration featuring Philippine and Japanese Christmas music, beloved classical pieces, and popular holiday favorites, beautifully woven together in the spirit of Christmas.
More than just an evening of music, Habi-Ori celebrates friendship, cultural connections, and the joy of giving. Your presence will help support charitable initiatives in the Philippines and spread the spirit of generosity this holiday season.
Habi-Ori brings together two words from two cultures: Habi, the Filipino word for weaving, and Ori (織り), the Japanese word for weaving. Together, they symbolize the interweaving of Philippine and Japanese traditions, bringing two cultures together through music.
Marina Minakami, violin
Tokyo-based violinist MariNa has built her career on one idea — "Violins are cool." She has performed at Animelo Summer Live, the world's largest anime-song festival, and at Fuji Rock Festival, and her playing can be heard on anime theme songs, film scores, and game soundtracks.
She performed before the leaders of Japan and ASEAN at the ceremony marking 50 years of Japan–ASEAN friendship, and in Hollywood in 2025 as a guest of Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In 2027, she will serve as concertmaster of the -SAKURA- Symphony Orchestra for the Sakura Wars 30th Anniversary Orchestra Concert.
Jose Enrico Tuazon, cello
Jose Enrico Tuazon is a Filipino-born cellist. In 2009, he entered the College of Music at the University of the Philippines, where he pursued formal music studies.
He subsequently received a scholarship to study in Suzhou, China, where he pursued a Master of Arts degree specializing in Cello Performance, graduating in 2019.
He then received another scholarship to study at the University of Victoria in Canada, where he pursued a Master of Music degree in Cello Performance, graduating in 2022.
With his rich musicality and profound expressive abilities, he continues to pursue an international career as a performer.
Since moving to Japan, he has been based in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture, and has been actively performing at various venues, including Valor Culture Hall, community and cultural centers in and around Tajimi City, as well as in Nagoya.
Carell Henry, piano
Carell "Kate" Henry is a Filipino pianist, music educator, and cultural advocate based in Tokyo, Japan. Driven by her passion for bringing Philippine music to international audiences, she founded the Philippines-Tokyo Concert Series in 2024, creating a platform that celebrates Filipino artistry and strengthens cultural connections between the Philippines and Japan.
She holds a Master of Music in Music Education from Elisabeth University of Music in Hiroshima, Japan, where she received the St. Cecilia Award for outstanding research. She also holds a Bachelor of Music degree from St. Scholastica's College, Conservatory of Music, Manila, Philippines.
A finalist of the Women of the Future Southeast Asia Awards 2026 in Arts and Culture and an accredited artist of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), she continues to champion Filipino musical heritage through performance, education, and cultural initiatives.
Access to the hall
Ideareve Ikegami Hall
池上１丁目３０−１８〒146-0082 東京都大田区池上１丁目３０−１８
1-30-18 Ikegami, Ota-ku, Tokyo
080-3703-6426
10-minute walk from Tokyu Ikegami Line 'Ikegami' Station
