Kitamari is a Japanese dancer and choreographer renowned for her innovative contributions to contemporary dance. She leads the dance company KIKIKIKIKIKI, through which she explores the boundaries of performance art.

In October 2021, Kitamari presented “NOCTURNE FOR THE OLD FLOWER” at the Tokyo Festival, a piece that delved into themes of memory and transformation. This work exemplified her distinctive approach to choreography, blending traditional Japanese elements with contemporary dance.

Kitamari’s performances often incorporate improvisation and interdisciplinary collaboration. For instance, in October 2020, she hosted “Kitamari Dance Shokudo vol.8 Special Edition,” a 270-minute improvisational performance at UrBANGUILD in Kyoto, where she danced to music selected by various contributors, challenging the conventional dynamics between dancer and audience.

Her work has been featured in various festivals and venues, including the Dance Truck Tokyo project in Shibuya, where she contributed to performances that utilized unconventional spaces to bring dance closer to the public.

Kitamari continues to influence the Japanese dance scene with her experimental and thought-provoking performances, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance.