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A once-in-a-lifetime performance is coming from Japan to Birmingham later this month, when members of Kimono World, a performing group from Saitama Prefecture just outside Tokyo, perform their last ever show right here in the city.

Taking place on Saturday 28 September at 2pm, Kimono World will showcase traditional Japanese culture in the centre of the University of Birmingham's Edgbaston campus at the Elgar Concert Hall.

Formed in 2002, each member of Kimono World specialises in a different aspect of traditional Japanese culture, with leader Emiko bringing together the very best performers of Nihon Buyo dance, koto and shamisen music, tea ceremony and even karate to create the Kimono World experience.

The group's aim is to introduce traditional Japanese culture to people in other countries, with sections of their performances being interactive, with audience members being given the chance to volunteer for a quick lesson onstage during the show.

This performance is presented by Birmingham-based business Japan Crafts, whose director Katie Becker met Emiko 20 years ago and forged a long-lasting friendship with her and other members of the group.

Tickets for Kimono World are on sale now, available here