- Costa Mesa, CA
- Circus Entertainment
- $400 - $5000.
Japanese Koto Music by Reiko
Overview
Beautiful 13-string Koto harp music for your special event by Reiko! Performs traditional and contemporary music--Japanese traditional, classical music, as well as jazz and pop standards. Provides solo, duo or trio with guitar, violin, flute, keyboard--or East West Jazz 2- to 5-piece band. Offers wedding prelude, ceremony and reception music, including traditional wedding standards and your special requests! Reasonable rates. Email or call me today for a rate quote and sound samples!
Reviews
6 reviews
Olly O.
February 25, 2026Beautiful Music
Beautiful instrument and beautiful music! Reiko provided background music for our birthday celebration! The residents were very impressed. Thank you so much for your time!
Hired as: Asian Entertainment
Cassandra H.
April 3, 2017GREAT !!!
She was GREAT !!!! My residents & I Loved having her. We will definitely have her back.
Hired as: Asian Entertainment
Cathy K.
January 24, 2017Loved it!
Wonderful performance!
Hired as: Asian Entertainment
Mia K.
January 30, 2016Amazing!
Master Reiko performed at our school function. The student, parents and teachers all enjoyed the beautiful music. She was so sweet and professional. Everything was easy and perfect!
Hired as: Asian Entertainment
Jennifer W.
January 17, 2014AMAZING
very classic and modern at the same time. Love, Love, Love it!
Will definitely have her return to our community.
Hired as: Asian Entertainment
Booking information
Price range: $250 and up
Languages: English
About
A leading American koto performer in both traditional and jazz styles, Reiko Obata studied under masters in the U.S. and Japan, including renowned composer and virtuoso Shinichi Yuize. She holds a master’s degree in music from San Diego State University and a daishihan (grandmaster) degree from the Seiha Conservatory of Japanese Music. Reiko has performed as a soloist with orchestras, collaborated across genres, and appeared on TV, radio, film, and live theatre. Her band East West Jazz blends classical Japanese sounds with jazz, and she has released multiple recordings featuring original compositions and traditional repertoire. Reiko’s performance credits include major cultural events, international festivals, and film soundtracks—including Monkey King 2.
Services offered
Setup requirements
The koto is 6 feet long, so at least 8 feet of clear floor space is preferred.
Report Japanese Koto Music by Reiko
Asian Entertainment
Check out these featured profiles
- Newport Beach, CA
- Sitar Player
- Contact for rates
- Houston, TX
- Aerialist
- Contact for rates
- Alhambra, CA
- Hula Dancer
- $400 and up