From Anime Anthems to Disney Classics: Japanese Phenomenon HARAMI Makes Her Grand Debut in Taipei!

The anime anthems of your memories, the heartwarming melodies of Studio Ghibli, and the most touching Disney classics are coming to life in Taipei! With over 900 million views on YouTube and a sold-out legendary performance at the Nippon Budokan, the contemporary piano icon HARAMI (Harami-chan) has officially announced her miraculous landing at Billboard Live TAIPEI on March 7, 2026! From the fiery passion of Demon Slayer’s "Gurenge" and Chainsaw Man’s "Abyss" (First Take Ver.) to the nostalgic world of Hayao Miyazaki and chart-topping J-Pop hits by YOASOBI—these cross-generational classics are reborn under her fingertips.

HARAMI expressed her immense excitement, stating that performing in Taiwan for the first time is a dream come true! On March 7, she will bring an array of masterpieces to create a truly special evening. Get ready to be amazed!

From a Lost Office Worker to Nippon Budokan: A Comeback Story That Moved Millions

HARAMI’s musical journey was once brought to a sudden halt.

A top graduate of a music university, she stepped away from the stage after a period of setbacks and chose a quiet life as an ordinary office worker.

Everything changed during a low point in 2018, when she sat down at a street piano outside the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building and performed RADWIMPS’ “Zenzenzense.”

The video spread rapidly, amassing 300,000 views in just two weeks. This moment of unintentional magic propelled her from an unknown amateur to a piano phenomenon that would captivate all of Japan.

By the Numbers:

Her YouTube channel has surpassed 2.3 million subscribers, with total views exceeding 900 million—a benchmark still considered nearly impossible to surpass.

A Hall of Fame Moment:

In 2022, she conquered the revered Nippon Budokan, one of Japan’s most iconic music venues. By 2026, she had taken her music to Paris, stunning audiences across Europe.

Hear It Once, Play It Instantly: Inside the Magical Setlist of an Absolute-Pitch Pianist

HARAMI possesses an astonishing gift of absolute pitch, allowing her to instantly reproduce and improvise on any melody after hearing it just once. For her Taipei debut, she is preparing a dreamlike setlist that spans anime soundtracks, J-Pop, and global pop hits—and is also getting ready to take on Mandarin-language songs especially for this performance.

She affectionately refers to her supporters as “Okome-san” (little grains of rice), while humorously describing herself as “HARAMI,” the cut of meat that pairs best with rice. The metaphor reflects her belief that piano music should be as approachable, nourishing, and indispensable as a daily staple.

At Billboard Live TAIPEI, audiences will experience her performance at extraordinarily close range. Whether you’re a longtime Okome-san or a fan of J-Pop, anime, and film music, you’re warmly invited to take a seat and witness her signature radiant smile—and the breathtaking speed of her fingers across the keys—up close.