HEY HOO DOO
Tokyo/Sangenjaya
Books
We’ve curated a collection of stories, art books, poetry, and manga from both East and West. At EACH STORY, you can browse, buy, or rent these books to enjoy in your tent or any cozy spot on site.
Q. What do you look forward to at EACH STORY?
A. Enjoy the fresh mountain air and the vibrant atmosphere of the people, along with the natural sounds of the mountains and the music created by the attendees.
toksen massage ogata
Tokyo / Shimokitazawa
Toksen Therapy / Ear Acupuncture Therapy
With 15 years of experience and over 10,000 clients treated in Japan and abroad, we offer personalized care tailored to each individual. Our approach not only alleviates pain but also includes lifestyle advice and customized training for comprehensive treatment.
Q. What do you look forward to at EACH STORY?
A. “The vibrant atmosphere, great music, delicious food, and wonderful people. I’m excited to return and reconnect with those I only see at EACH STORY ♡”
PARADISE SAUNA
Kanto
Tent Sauna
The venue, Gokou Ranch Auto Campsite, is nestled beside a pristine stream flowing from the Yatsugatake Mountains. Here, you can set up a sauna tent by the cold river and immerse yourself in nature. Warm up in a wood-fired sauna, cool off in the crystal-clear waters, and relax in the sunlight and soft breeze while listening to faint live music. Experience the ultimate sauna retreat for all five senses in this serene outdoor setting. Please remember to bring your swimsuit, sandals, and towel.
produce by HAMMOCK2000
Yamanashi / Hokuto
Hammock
Hammock2000 will be setting up hammocks throughout the venue, offering a blissful moment of relaxation as you sway to the music.
Established in 2000, Hammock2000 is an original handmade hammock brand. They’ve crafted chill-out spaces at outdoor festivals and events, showcasing the comfort and connection a hammock can bring. Their showroom, Hammock2000 SHOW ROOM-Setagaya, is now open in Setagaya, Tokyo.
Taguchi Acoustic Laboratory
The Taguchi Speaker, crafted by the late Kazunori Taguchi, a renowned Japanese musician, is celebrated for its exceptional sound quality. It is especially suited for the piano, acoustic guitar, and clear vocals featured by the musicians at EACH STORY. We invite you to experience its rich and pleasant sound on-site.
Highly praised both in Japan and internationally, Taguchi Speakers are installed in prestigious theaters and live venues. Known for their “world's only haute couture” design, every component, from the speaker units to the enclosures, is meticulously researched, developed, and manufactured in Japan.
ACOUSTIC REVIVE
At EACH STORY, we use high-end sound cables from Acoustic Revive, a prestigious Japanese brand based in Gunma Prefecture. Acoustic Revive cables complement Taguchi Speakers perfectly, enhancing the artist's delicate tones and capturing the essence of the music. The result is a clear, natural sound with minimal noise, elevating the overall stage experience. Since 2023, Acoustic Revive has sponsored these premium cables, and we invite you to experience their superior quality in conjunction with Taguchi Speakers, combining craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology at the event.
Masahide Ando
Lives and works in Fujimi-cho, Nagano.
During his college years, he studied and practiced acoustics at Hosei University Student Hall. He also performs.
From 2003 to 2012, he was in charge of sound at SUPER DELUXE in Roppongi.
After that, he moved to Nagano, where he lives in an off-grid hut he built himself and works as a freelance sound engineer.
In 2018, he started “Yohaku Sake Shop,” a playable liquor store in Fujimi-cho, with a friend, and holds various events to explore the culture of the countryside.
From 2021, he will be in charge of sound for each story.
Pardon Kimura
The River Stage, a new riverside stage to be set up this year, will feature Pardon Kimura as sound designer. Here, the beautiful scenery of nature and music will blend together to create an experimental and memorable experience, as if you are losing yourself in a world of sound. Enjoy a moment of music woven together with the murmur of the river.
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[ Pardon Kimura ]
Musician, engineer, handcrafter, etc.
Born in 1964 in Tokyo, Kimura debuted in 1999 with *Locals* on Yan Tomita’s Tsunami Sound label. He has released four solo electronic albums and collaborated with artists like Tsuyoshi Tsuchio, DJ QUIETSTORM, and KILLER BONG. His work includes producing for Keison, Sumiko Yoseyama, and others. He also contributes as a synthesizer and effects engineer for Naruyoshi Kikuchi's DUB SEXTET. In addition to his music career, Kimura handcrafts items like the Reizoko Speaker from upcycled materials and restores old cars. Making things is his passion.
HIKARI ASOBI CLUB
Stage Lighting
HIKARI ASOBI CLUB is a collective of artists specializing in light manipulation, made up entirely of professional lighting technicians who work at the forefront of video production. Their expertise brings a unique and captivating visual experience, featuring various lights shimmering on the surface of the water. We invite you to immerse yourself in this dazzling display and enjoy the harmonious blend of stunning visuals with wonderful music.
Nomos
Art Installations
Nomos is a space design unit based in Fujimi-cho, Suwa-gun, Suwa Prefecture. They will be crafting the stage and the iconic torii for EACH STORY. Experience the distinctive atmosphere of EACH STORY through the unique spatial design by Nomos, which will bring a captivating and immersive environment to the event.
alayahara
Art Installations
He apprenticed under a master thatched-roof artisan and has been dedicated to the craft for over 10 years. During this time, he spent nights at worksites and in open fields, deepening his understanding of nature and space. Alongside his primary work, he engages in activities to preserve and pass on the essence of these traditions to future generations.
This year, Nomos × alayahara will craft an iconic torii gate for EACH STORY. Drawing on years of honed skills and a deep connection with nature, this torii will stand as an art piece that embodies the spirit of the festival, offering visitors a truly unique experience.
Purveyors
Stage Produce
Purveyors, a travel concept store born in Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture in March 2017, has taken advantage of its outstanding design sense to design and construct the main stage tent for EACH STORY. We hope you will take a look at Purveyors' work, which adds a special charm to your event space with its unique style and high level of technical skill.
Stretch Tent Company
Tent
The stretch tent combines excellent design and functionality, featuring flexible, fluid curves and adaptable shapes that add character to any event space. At EACH STORY, its sophisticated design envelops the audience area, creating a sense of openness and unity. More than just a tent, the stretch tent stands out as a work of art, merging beauty with practicality.
EACH STORY Decorators
Decoration
The decorations created by the EACH STORY organizing committee make the most of the stunning location at Goko Ranch, crafting a unique atmosphere throughout the venue. The design emphasizes harmony with nature, blending warm, creative elements to enhance the space. Directed by Junpei Oogata and with decoration design by ichiko, who also designs the EACH STORY website, every detail is meticulously curated. The result is a special, otherworldly experience that feels like stepping into a different realm.
Yudai Osawa
VJ
Graphic designer/artist.
His main activities are art direction and graphic design for corporate branding, event graphics, artist jackets, etc. He is also involved in video and artwork production from a graphic designer's point of view. Also works on video and artwork production from a graphic designer's point of view, and is active in a music unit. He is in charge of live video and graphics for the ambient unit “UNKNOWN ME. He is also involved in music production for “Atoris” and has released works from “MOON GLYPH” and other labels.