Born in Japan, Masako's artistic interests have been wide since when she was little. Recently, she's worked with William Ackerman (Windham Hill Records founder and a Grammy winner) to create two award-winning CDs. Her creativity never stops. Will Ackerman Grammy-Winning Guitarist, Producer, Founder of Windham Hill Records "I was astounded to be present as Masako offered many performances so flawless that it required only a single take without edit to realize the pieces; performances of such quality that are so rare as to be nearly mythical. That such perfection and such depth of emotion coexist in her work is the holy grail of recording and production for me.......... Liz Story Pianist & Composer, Multiple Grammy Award Nominee "This music asks to be listened to many times. A truly inspiring experience. Masako's wonderful musical skills travel with an invigorating peaceful clarity....like the opportunity to observe a clear night sky full of stars."