The violin is a freer, more accessible instrument."
Born in Osaka, Japan, she is a violinist who performs throughout Japan.
In addition to creating original compositions, she delivers a softly soothing tone to the heart, incorporating a variety of genres including pop and ethnic music.
This performance at Mint Kobe is an opportunity to meet new people in Kobe.
We hope you will feel a new way of enjoying the violin, as if your mind and body suddenly start to move as an extension of your daily life.
We will bring you a moment when music gently accompanies you.

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Nodoka Matsuoka

Born in Osaka, Japan.
Began playing the violin at the age of three.
Graduated from Souai University, Faculty of Music, Department of Music.

During his university studies, he received a diploma from International Tadeusz Wroński in Nałęczów (Poland).
Attended master classes with Sławomir Tomasik, Rina Matsuda, and Midori Goto.
Selected to perform at the graduation concert and newcomer concert at Izumi Hall.
Studied under Reiko Morita, Chieko Sogabe, Reiko Otani, Sławomir Tomasik, and NAOTO.

After graduating from college, he began his solo career with his own unique sound that is not bound by any genre.
With pop music at its core, the group incorporates elements of rock, Irish, jazz, and other genres to create covers and original compositions.
Performs live concerts in various places as music that makes the violin more accessible and enjoyable to share.

In December 2024, the first single "Omoi" was released.
Recording live performances in Tokyo, Osaka, and Awaji Island.
Performed at Universal Studios Japan.
Performed as a twin violinist at NAOTO Live & Dinner (Kobe Portopia Hotel) in 2022, 2023, and 2025.
Boarded Asuka II (2021 and 2023) as Mashiko Yu Stella Orchestra.
Performed as a solo violinist in the performances of actress Midoriko Kimura and Yusaku Kiyama.
He has also participated in support performances and recordings for various artists such as Eikichi Yazawa and High Scene GoGo.