June Kuramoto: NEA National Heritage Fellowship Tribute Video (2024)

Listen to the unique sound of the Japanese koto as June Kuramoto shares how learning to play the ancient stringed instrument connected her with her homeland. Communicating the beauty of the instrument to others through her involvement in the band Hiroshima has helped Kuramoto create her own voice. 

For more on the NEA National Heritage Fellowships go to https://www.arts.gov/honors/heritage