TOW Live in Concert – Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre Burnaby 🎶🇯🇵

📍 Location: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC
📅 Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
🕕 Time: Doors 6:00 PM | Show 6:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: $25 (Members 20% off) | Get Tickets on Eventbrite
🎤 Presented by: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre in partnership with Powell Street Festival Society

Event Overview

Experience an evening of transcendent sound and cultural connection as the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre (NNMCC), in collaboration with the Powell Street Festival Society, proudly hosts the Canadian debut of TOW, the acclaimed acoustic duo from Tokyo.

Composed of vocalist and accordionist Nue and guitarist Kai, TOW has captivated audiences in Japan with their cinematic and emotionally rich performances. Their music, which beautifully fuses traditional influences with contemporary soundscapes, has been featured in the popular Nintendo Switch/PC game Sumire—and they are currently composing for the upcoming adventure game Glaciered.

About the Performance

🎵 The NNMCC Exclusive: Traditional Okinawan Arts Meet Contemporary Sound

This Burnaby concert offers a rare opportunity to experience the intersection of Japanese traditional music and modern acoustic artistry.

• Headliner: TOW (Tokyo, Japan)
  Immerse yourself in the duo’s signature blend of soulful vocals, intricate guitar melodies, and accordion harmonies that tell stories without words. Their compositions evoke vivid imagery and emotional depth, earning them praise from audiences and critics alike.
• Opening Act: Southern Wave Okinawan Music and Dance Society (Vancouver, BC)
  The evening begins with a vibrant performance by Southern Wave, a local non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing Okinawan culture through music and dance. Expect traditional rhythms, colourful movements, and joyful celebration of heritage.

Schedule

• 6:00 PM – Doors Open
• 6:30 PM – Performance Begins
• 8:30 PM (approx.) – Closing & Meet-the-Artists Opportunity

Ticket Information

🎟️ General Admission: $25
💳 NNMCC Members: 20% discount
🔗 Purchase Tickets via Eventbrite

Advance purchase is recommended due to limited seating.

Location & Venue

Venue: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
Address: 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC
🚗 Parking: Free underground and street parking available
🚆 Transit: Easily accessible via Edmonds SkyTrain Station (10-minute walk)
♿ Accessibility: Fully accessible venue

About the Artists

🎶 TOW

Formed in the Tokyo area, TOW is celebrated for their cinematic, story-driven compositions and emotional resonance. Their music bridges cultures, genres, and generations, appealing to fans of acoustic, folk, and video game music alike.

🌺 Southern Wave Okinawan Music and Dance Society

Based in Metro Vancouver, Southern Wave has long been a cultural ambassador for Okinawan traditions, performing throughout British Columbia to share the joyful sounds of sanshin (Okinawan three-stringed instrument) and traditional dance.

The TOW Canada Tour 2025

This Burnaby performance is part of TOW’s three-stop Canadian debut tour:

• November 6: Vancouver | H.R. MacMillan Space Centre
• November 8: Burnaby | Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre
• November 9: Mission | Clark Theatre

Full tour details are available via the Powell Street Festival Society website.

Don’t Miss This Cultural Experience

Be part of this intimate and unforgettable night of music, where Japanese artistry meets Vancouver’s cultural diversity. Discover how TOW blends tradition and innovation to create music that transcends boundaries and connects hearts.

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