Event Calls for Queenstown People to Support Japan

A day of music from Japan, Brazil, Ireland, New Zealand, UK and USA is planned for this Friday, April 8, to raise funds for the Japan Earthquake Tsunami Appeal.

Queenstown resident and musician Natsuko (Nat) Okazaki is organizing the event along with local businesses and friends of Japan.

“On 11th March 2011, life changed for the Japanese nation as earthquake and tsunami caused tens of thousands of people to lose home, family and friends… everything within seconds. The ensuing nuclear disaster, we have to live with forever.

“We are calling Queenstown people to come and enjoy this concert in support of Japan. There are many Japanese people living in Queenstown who are very much affected by these disasters. They are facing a huge loss and we hope Queenstown people will come and show their support.”

Local businesses and organisations have pulled together to help Nat get the event underway. Pig & Whistle, Mediterranean Market, PJ’s Fish & Chips, The Warehouse, Sign It Signs, The Duplicator, Destination Queenstown, Queenstown Lakes District Council, Lakes Environmental, Smart Environment, Shipley’s, Party Plus, Remarkables Audio, Salvation Army, More FM, and Southern PR have all provided goods and services in support of the event. Musicians who will perform free of charge include Margaret O’Hanlon and Mark Wilson, Calico, and Nat Okazaki will perform alongside a Brazilian duo and Japanese singers.

Ganbare Nippon takes place on the Village Green from 12pm to 8pm and is open to all. Rain venue is Pig and Whistle. All donations from the day go to the Salvation Army and New Zealand Red Cross.

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