As a Japanese-born jazz professional who has built a career both in the U.S. and Japan, I understand the unique balancing act artists face. JazzPacific is honored to partner with Jazz-Con to give musicians the insights, tools, and connections they need to thrive on both sides of the Pacific.
—Mizuho Uchiyama
Jazz-Con 2025 today announced that JazzPacific, the nonprofit dedicated to fostering jazz connections across the U.S. and Pacific territories, will serve as the Presenting Partner for the conference’s featured cross-border career session, Landing the Gig: Building a Jazz Career in and Beyond Japan. This timely discussion will be held on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. (EST-US) as part of Jazz-Con’s fully virtual program.
The session will explore how native Japanese jazz musicians living abroad sustain vibrant careers at home while building international profiles. Topics will include touring Japan from overseas, adapting to diverse venue cultures, maintaining media and fan engagement across continents, and navigating the business logistics of a split-market career.
“Japan has one of the most passionate jazz audiences in the world, and yet the challenges of bridging home and international markets are complex,” said Jerald Miller, Executive Director of Jazz-Con. “This session reflects Jazz-Con’s mission to create practical, global conversations that help musicians succeed, no matter where they live.”
Mizuho Uchiyama, Managing Director of JazzPacific, added: “As a Japanese-born jazz professional who has built a career both in the U.S. and Japan, I understand the unique balancing act artists face. JazzPacific is honored to partner with Jazz-Con to give musicians the insights, tools, and connections they need to thrive on both sides of the Pacific.”
The session’s moderator and panelists will be announced shortly. The discussion will be conducted in Japanese with English translation available, ensuring accessibility for a global audience.
For more info or to purchase tickets use the links below.
The session will explore how native Japanese jazz musicians living abroad sustain vibrant careers at home while building international profiles. Topics will include touring Japan from overseas, adapting to diverse venue cultures, maintaining media and fan engagement across continents, and navigating the business logistics of a split-market career.
“Japan has one of the most passionate jazz audiences in the world, and yet the challenges of bridging home and international markets are complex,” said Jerald Miller, Executive Director of Jazz-Con. “This session reflects Jazz-Con’s mission to create practical, global conversations that help musicians succeed, no matter where they live.”
Mizuho Uchiyama, Managing Director of JazzPacific, added: “As a Japanese-born jazz professional who has built a career both in the U.S. and Japan, I understand the unique balancing act artists face. JazzPacific is honored to partner with Jazz-Con to give musicians the insights, tools, and connections they need to thrive on both sides of the Pacific.”
The session’s moderator and panelists will be announced shortly. The discussion will be conducted in Japanese with English translation available, ensuring accessibility for a global audience.
About the Sponsors
Nu Jazz Agency
A boutique music agency based in New York, Nu Jazz Agency represents a select roster of innovative jazz artists, producing tours, festivals, and cultural projects worldwide.Jazz Metroplex
A Texas-based nonprofit producing Jazz-Con and other educational initiatives, Jazz Metroplex is committed to providing career-building opportunities for jazz and classical musicians through conferences, scholarships, and community programs.HighNote/Savant Records
Legendary New York jazz labels known for producing and releasing acclaimed recordings from artists such as Kenny Burrell, Houston Person, and Jeremy Pelt, with a dedication to preserving and advancing the art of jazz.Arkadia Records
An award-winning label with a catalog featuring jazz luminaries and Grammy-winning artists, Arkadia Records has been a cornerstone of high-quality jazz production for more than two decades.All About Jazz
The world’s leading online jazz magazine, All About Jazz provides daily news, reviews, interviews, and features, reaching millions of readers and serving as an essential hub for the global jazz community.For more info or to purchase tickets use the links below.
For more information contact Nu Jazz Publicity.
