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Kimiko Ohtani, born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, is a distinguished figure in Indian classical dance, particularly Bharatanatyam. Her journey into this art form began while she was studying music research at the Toho Gakuen School of Music in Tokyo. A professor recommended she explore Indian classical dance music, leading her to Chennai, India, where she…
Journey Timeline
1942
Born — Calculated from being 76 years old in 2018.
1966-1968
Studied Bharatanatyam at Kalakshetra — Trained in Chennai, India.
1968
Performed debut concert in Kyoto — After returning from India, she gave a small concert.
Taught music at Kochi University
Completed Master's in Dance Ethnology — Studied for three years in Hawaii.
Taught Dance and Music Ethnology at Soai University — Based in Osaka, Japan.
Taught Bharatanatyam in Northern Ireland — Spent six years teaching the Indian community.
2017
Bharatanatyam recital in Kyoto — Performed in September.
2018
Performed on World Dance Day by UNESCO — Performed in Osaka on April 31st.
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- An Interview with Kimiko Ohtani, Japan
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