YAMARIKI

Recognized as Japan’s No.1 HOUSE MUSIC DJ and one of the most influential figures in the scene. In 2002, he launched his signature party, “UP BEAT!”, which celebrates its 23rd anniversary this year. In 2015, he founded “HOUSETRIBE＠WOMB”, bringing world-class artists such as Erick Morillo, ATFC, DAVID PENN, THE CUBE GUYS, Harry Romero, Prok & Fitch, CRUSY, and CASSIMM to Japan. He has also served as a support act for Roger Sanchez, Mark Knight, and Eric Prydz, performing at Eric Prydz’s first-ever Japan show in 2023, earning high praise for his DJ sets. In 2024, he successfully organized the first-ever Asian edition of the world-renowned party “Glitter BOX,” which became a major sensation. In 2018, he established the label “HOUSETRIBE RECORDINGS,” releasing 60 titles annually. As Japan’s only HOUSE music-specialized label, it has grown to attract artists from around the world. He hosts a showcase at ADE every year and, in 2024, held the label’s showcase in Ibiza. Starting in 2025, the “HOUSE TRIBE” channel will launch on Ibiza’s radio station “MOVE IBIZA,” further expanding its global reach. He organizes 120 events per year while actively working in various fields, including running his label, overseas tours, and DJ/DTM schools. In 2022, he became the sound producer for “BRAND SHIBUYA,” Japan’s first HOUSE music-specialized club, continuing to drive the scene forward.