Yoshiaki
Vice leader of Izena Shoen drum troupe and an outstanding performer of drums and sanshin. Yoshiaki manages his own construction company in Izena. There are many difficulties in running a company on a small remote island, he says. He also belongs to the board of directors of a transportation company, where he works in the tourism division to promote Izena's sightseeing resources.

Shun'ichi on Yoshiaki: "Yoshiaki-san has the kind of infectious energy that inspires the whole group. He's got a wonderful sense of humor and always brightens the mood."
 
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I've been a member of the Shoen drum troupe with Kamiyama-san since the beginning. What I've found from drumming for 17 years, participating in drumming events in and outside of the island, is that my encounters with people have been the most important to me. You are all here as a result of your Deai, as well, but the encounters (deai) with people and the connections you forge with them are the most valuable thing we have.

I've been drumming with Shun'ichi since he was in junior high school. He's grown up now. I hope he'll take on a leadership role and instruct younger drummers.

In addition to the construction work that I do now, I hope to involve myself more in the island tourism industry in the future.