Every fourth Friday, Cedar's in Sakae turns into exactly the kind of music night you'd want to stumble into—live band, rotating singers, good energy.
Zero pressure.
You don't need to perform. Most people don't. But the hosts (Kurt, Krissy, Masahide, and now officially, Luka on guitar, with Adam on drums) are good enough that even if you've never touched a mic, they'll make it feel like you know what you're doing. People bring instruments sometimes. Some people sing. A lot of people just show up to listen and end up meeting half the room.
It's how you make friends in Nagoya if you're into music.
Or just out on a Friday night.
Luka's now a co-host
Quick announcement:
Guitarist Luka R. Sumiyoshi is officially joining the host lineup.
If you've been before, you know Luka—sharp, reliable, makes every song better than it should be. Now it's on record!
The lineup:
- Kurt Samson
- Krissy Diggs
- Masahide Goto
- Luka R. Sumiyoshi
- Adam Demby (drums)
They keep it moving, keep it sounding good, and somehow keep it loose enough that first-timers don't feel weird about jumping in.
What's on the list this month?
All genres work. This month's playlist runs from jazz standards to J-rock, classic soul to pop, with enough range that whoever you bring will find something they want to hear:
- Chick Corea – Spain
- Sheena Ringo – Marunouchi Sadistic
- Wilson Pickett – Mustang Sally
- Thundercat – Them Changes
- Taylor Swift – Shake It Off
- Radiohead – High and Dry
- Alexandros – ワタリドリ
Plus! Daft Punk, Beatles, Bob Marley, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Wonder, Oasis, and more.
Click here for the full Nov. song list on YouTube
The Details
The Ham Jam
Date: Fri, Nov. 28, 2025
Doors Open: 19:30
The Ham Jam: 20:00–23:00
Close: Late
Price: ¥2,000 (includes one drink)
Cedar's Music & Drink
GK Building
3-11-13 Sakae
Naka-ku, Nagoya
Website: https://cedars-nagoya.com/
Instagram: @thehamsterjam
Access
By Subway:
Higashiyama Line or Meijo Line to Sakae Station, Exit 8, 5-minute walk
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