Megumi Abiko & Mitsuru Nishihara

Megumi Abiko & Mitsuru Nishihara – Two-Man Live

Musicians:
Megumi Abiko (vocal / sanshin) with Takezo (piano)
Mitsuru Nishihara (vocal) with Satoru Nishihara (piano)

A rare and heartwarming night where two distinct voices meet at Toi-Own, Koenji’s intimate live salon.

Megumi Abiko (あびこめぐみ, vocal / sanshin)
Born in Tochigi Prefecture (Moka City), Abiko is a singer-songwriter whose versatile gifts include vocals and the Okinawan sanshin (three-string lute). 
She began learning sanshin in 2006 and soon launched her live activity in local venues. 
Her repertoire spans folk, kayōkyoku, pop, and originals. 
Notable milestones include a performance at Izumo Taisha during the “Heisei Grand Rebuilding” in 2013, and an appearance at Japan Expo in Paris in 2014. 
She also gives back through volunteer concerts at welfare facilities and kindergartens, and teaches sanshin—connecting cultural heritage and community. 

Mitsuru Nishihara (西原みつる, vocalist / songwriter / actor / occasional drummer)
Mitsuru Nishihara describes himself as a singer-songwriter who occasionally plays drums and also acts. 
He shares personal reflections and creative aspirations in writing, including in essays about life and music on his Note page.
Though his instrumental background is rooted in percussion, he has embraced vocal performance fully, pouring energy into each live show. 
In Tokyo’s performance circles, he is known for authenticity and a candid presence on stage—able to shift between subtle intimacy and expressive release.

Two artists, two worlds — connecting through stories, sound, and the quiet power of live performance.

Come and be part of this special musical dialogue at Toi-Own.