Breaking the boundaries of genres and language, Mari is best known for not being tethered to only one musical style. Her music includes an eclectic mix of English and Japanese lyrics. Mari is also a solo project focusing on original compositions in addition to performing Japanese covers for cultural events. Mari is the founder of “Jinokoya”, New World Rock/Dance alternative fusion band.
Aside from music, I recently pursued acting with my first job being flown out to LA for a commercial and photoshoot in May of 2017. It all started February 6th when I met one of my favorite actors – Norman Reedus. He told me, “Surround yourself with people like you… doing what you want to do and successful at it”. Several days …
Arrived in Hokkaido and met with my Host Family, nervously ready to immerse myself in a culture I just began learning about. The Noguchi family treated me and my daughter very well. I enjoyed the traditional foods, lit fireworks at a neighborhood block party, visited a rotating sushi bar, and attended a Sumotournament. I was also thrilled to experience places not usually on a tourist itinerary. We went to Ishiya …
It has been over one year since Mari was on the music scene with Jinokoya. Playing with the fun and energetic band Dying Breed has been a light in Mari’s life. Last April, Mari got a phone call from her manager in Japan requesting to come back to the Land of the Rising Sun. Jinokoya …
