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Masako Satou, known by her stage name MIYABI, is a distinguished Kathak dancer, choreographer, and teacher based in Tokyo, Japan. She began her journey in Indian classical dance in 1995, studying Kathak in New Delhi under the tutelage of Smt. Malti Shyam. In 1996, she enrolled in the National Institute of Kathak Dance (Kathak Kendra), where she further…
Journey Timeline
1995
Began studying Kathak dance — Under Smt. Malti Shyam in New Delhi.
1996
Joined National Institute of Kathak Dance (Kathak Kendra) — Trained under Pt. Jaikishan Maharaj and Smt. Malti Shyam.
1997
Began training under Pt. Birju Maharaj — At Kathak Kendra.
1999
Awarded ICCR Scholarship — To study at Kalashram under Pt. Birju Maharaj (until 2003).
2002
Performed in "Shinwa ~the Japanese mythology~" — A creative Jugalbandi for India-Japan 50th anniversary at Siri Fort Auditorium, New Delhi. Also performed as the Nurse in the Kathak ballet "Romeo & Juliet" choreographed by Vidushi Saswati Sen.
2003
Received critical acclaim for "Romeo & Juliet" role
2004
Completed Kathak Specialization (Post-Diploma) Course — Solo performance "Antara Raga" broadcast on Indian National Television Doordarshan.
2005
Completed Stage Presentation Course and returned to Japan — Began teaching Kathak dance.
2006
Founded MIYABI KATHAK DANCE ACADEMY in Tokyo — Performed in Pakistan, broadcast on Pakistan National Television.
2008
Opened own studio in Kojimachi, Tokyo
2010
Performed at Shanghai Expo and solo in New Delhi — Solo performance organized by Japan Foundation.
2014
Organized Pt. Birju Maharaj's Japan Tour
2017
Solo program at International Shiva Festival in India
2020
Presented Kathak choreography for 'Vasdhaiva Kutumbakam' — Online Kathak dance festival organized by Kalashram.
2022
Met Prime Minister Modi in Japan — Featured in "Arco" by Chikyu no Arukikata. Received Bharat Mitra Samman (ICCR Distinguished Alumni Award).
2023
Received Bharat Mitra Samman (ICCR Distinguished Alumni Award) — Held a memorial performance for Pandit Birju Maharaj.
2024
News about receiving ICCR Alumni award
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Awards & Honors
- 2023 · Bharat Mitra Samman (ICCR Distinguished Alumni Award) — Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR)
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Chikyu no Arukikata (Arco)
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