SHINRYU
OFFICIAL
SHINRYU
PERFORMING ARTIST. ACTOR.
AWARDED THEATRE DIRECTOR.
(In the video, he is referred to by his former name, Shinnosuke Fujiwara.)
SHINRYU: A Versatile Japanese Artist
"1,000 guests today? That sounds great. Only 1 guest today? Let's make the stage the best ever."
SHINRYU is a dynamic performer, actor, and director whose work blends Japanese tradition with modern innovation, captivating audiences worldwide.
Performing artist
Passion & Poise
SHINRYU’s performances are infused with passion and poise, captivating audiences in both dramatic and comedic scenes with equal brilliance.
Actor
Traditional & Modern
SHINRYU excels in both traditional Japanese Jidaigeki drama and modern genres, including comedy, showcasing his versatility and passion for diverse roles.
Theatre director
Art & Entertainment
SHINRYU’s directing blends artistry and entertainment, creating unforgettable productions that weave together diverse elements into captivating narratives.
Awards
In St.Petersburg 2012
Best Performance and Best Director Awards
In 2012, SHINRYU and his performance company, TEAM SAMURAI, participated in a prestigious theatre competition in Saint Petersburg, Russia, as part of a Japan-Russia cultural exchange. Their tradition-based performance earned them Best Performance and Best Director awards.
Japanese Tradition
SHINRYU’s performances feature traditional Japanese arts, including dance, mask dance, sword fighting, sword dance, and classical acting. At the 2012 Saint Petersburg competition, nearly 1,500 guests enjoyed their shows over two days.
Cultural Exchange Recognition
At the 2012 Saint Petersburg event, SHINRYU and TEAM SAMURAI were joined by Consul General Ichiro Kawabata, his wife, and Ms. Valentina Kalinina, Vice President of the Russia-Japan Society, who received the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays for her contributions to Japan-Russia relations.
Director’s Selection: Highlight Videos
SHINRYU presents three distinct videos showcasing his artistry:
Rotterdam 2013
A 2013 samurai performance in Rotterdam, Netherlands, capturing his dynamic stage presence.
Samurai Chaplin 2014
SHINRYU’s Samurai Chaplin is a unique performance that blends the disciplined artistry of samurai sword dance with the playful, pantomime humor of Charlie Chaplin’s iconic style.
KENBUTODO ―剣舞闘道―
An introduction to Kenbutodo, his original sword dance and combat style (Ryuha), highlighting his innovative approach to traditional Japanese arts.
Performance Photo Gallery
A collection of photos from SHINRYU’s performances, including samurai sword dances, mask dances, and traditional Japanese arts.
Abunai! convention Japone performance 2017
The biggest Japanese animation festival in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
Japone company
Abunai! Convension
In 2017, SHINRYU served as artistic director and performer for the Japone troupe, a group of internationally renowned Japanese artists, at the Abunai! Convention, the largest Japanese animation festival in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
Samurai Geisha Illusion
Everything Returns to Nature
Japone’s performance at Abunai! 2017 was structured in three acts: authentic Japanese culture, destruction and combat, and a return to nature. Linked by the fox, symbolizing divinity, humanity, samurai spirit, and friendship, the show celebrated the essence of existence.
SHINRYU
Forged in Japan, Inspired by the World
- SHINRYU has performed on over 1,000 stages, including small, medium, and large theaters, primarily in Japan and Europe (France, Netherlands, UK, Russia) as a performing artist and actor for approximately 10 years. Additionally, with over a decade of experience as a singer-songwriter, he made his global debut as a singer in 2021.
In his theatrical performances, SHINRYU performs and directs works rooted in Japanese traditions, blending unique expressions with modern interpretations. He is a master of authentic sword-fighting performances derived from the New National Theatre’s “Shinkokugeki” tradition, Japanese dance from Kabuki’s “Bando-Ryu” and “Fujima-Ryu” schools, and the traditional “Okame-Hyottoko” mask dance. Additionally, he studied European performance techniques in France and the Netherlands in 2013 and 2017.
SHINRYU founded his own performance company, TEAM SAMURAI (2012–2015). In 2012, he won the Best Performance Award and received the individual Best Director Award at a prestigious theater competition in Saint Petersburg, Russia, held in collaboration with the Japanese Consulate General.
In 2021, SHINRYU joined the international project “Merry Christmas,” performing alongside acclaimed artists such as Oscar-nominated actor Paul Raci and Grammy-nominated bassist Mark Corradetti. In the same year, he founded RICEBALL Entertainment for music production. He released his debut album, Innocence, in 2023.
SHINRYU is originally from Tokyo and lived in the UK and the Czech Republic for many years. He completed his studies at the Prague Conservatory in the 2023–2024 academic year. He is currently traveling across Europe and Japan to create music.
