Bequest
Your thoughts will help shape the future of the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra.
A bequest is a gift of hope that passes on the important things you have built in life to the next generation.
Music of the Japan Philharmonic
Together towards the future
In response to the noble wishes of the deceased, who wished their assets and inheritance to be used for the benefit of society after their death, the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra gladly accepts donations (bequests) made in wills and from heirs who have inherited assets from the deceased, and will use these donations for the benefit of society through its orchestral activities.
Message
Your precious will will be passed on to the future through the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra.
DirectorKunio Ishizuka
As an orchestra that combines artistic and social values, the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra contributes to society through the diverse power of music, reaching people of all ages and regions. We are able to continue our activities today solely thanks to the support of all of you. This realization has been ingrained in each and every member of the orchestra throughout its history.
As an orchestra that is "together" with all music lovers, we will use the donations we receive to support the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra's leap into the future.
DirectorKunio Ishizuka
ViolinTaketoshi Natsurin
Our audience and we performers share a live performance, whether in a room with 20 people or in a concert hall with 2000. Our job is to create this one-of-a-kind performance space. In this day and age when you can experience all kinds of entertainment from the comfort of your own home, we want to continue to protect the warm atmosphere we create together as one.
ViolinTaketoshi Natsurin
ViolinDaiki Tanizaki
Orchestral performances are packed with many "tricks and tricks." How can we convey the composer's intentions more effectively? How should we layer sounds to create the most beautiful sound? By constantly devising such tricks, we deliver the great music that composers left behind to our audiences with all our heart. And when that feeling resonates in their hearts, we hear shouts of "Bravo!" We will continue to face music head on and move forward.
ViolinDaiki Tanizaki
Your support is greatly appreciated.
Why is it necessary?
For an orchestra like the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra, which is self-managed and does not have any major sponsors, to continue its activities, there are always financial challenges and support from everyone is essential.
There are three main reasons for this.
Performances cost a lot of money
Providing high-quality music requires a variety of expenses, including venue rental fees, maintaining and transporting instruments, preparing sheet music, paying performers, etc. We are able to operate through grants and donations in addition to performance fees and admission fees.
Bringing music to everyone
In order to allow as many people as possible to experience a live orchestral performance, we have kept ticket price increases to a minimum and are offering Young Seats (Ys seats for those under 25), Ground Seats (Gs seats for those 70 and over), and Hs seats for people with disabilities at prices that are as affordable as possible.
Our wish is to share the excitement of music with a wide range of people, regardless of age or position.
Our Mission and Social Contribution Activities
We perform approximately 150 orchestral concerts a year, bringing music to many people.In addition, we are committed to social contribution activities through music, such as visiting disaster-stricken areas, providing music education to local children, visiting welfare facilities for performances, chamber music performances, and music workshops, about 200 times a year.
Your generosity will not only support the orchestra's activities, but will also be an important driving force in expanding opportunities for people to connect with each other and hearts to hearts through music.
In order to pass on the irreplaceable joy that music brings to future generations, we ask that you entrust your important aspirations to us.
An orchestra requires many performers and equipment.
Activities such as orchestral performances in full-scale music halls are difficult to sustain on performance fees and admission fees alone, so donations from the public are a great source of support.
Bequest donation process
A bequest is the act of leaving property to a specific person or organization through a will.
By designating the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra as the recipient (legacy) of all or part of your assets in your will, you will be able to contribute to society through our orchestral activities.
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Advance consultation
If you have any questions or concerns about making a bequest donation,
Please feel free to contact us at the inquiry desk below. -
Determining the contents of the will / Determining the executor
Decide the contents of your will and the beneficiaries to whom you wish to leave it.
You will also need to appoint an executor to carry out the will on your behalf. -
Making a will
Please consult with an expert to create a legally valid will.
We recommend that you have a notarized will prepared at a notary public's office, where the testator dictates it and the notary public prepares it. -
Storage of wills
The notarized will is kept at the notary public's office.
If you have created a handwritten will, we recommend that you store it at the Legal Affairs Bureau.
In either case, be sure to inform your family members and executors where you keep your will. -
Death/Will Contacting the Executor
Once the executor receives notice of your death, they will begin carrying out the will.
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Disclosure and execution of wills
The executor will disclose the will to the heirs and legatees and proceed with the execution of the will.
If you bequeath your property to our organization, we will send you a receipt and a certificate of receipt of the inherited property after confirming the payment.
Your donation will be used in accordance with the wishes of the testator.
FAQ
Who should I talk to? Can you recommend a specialist?
There are legal rules regarding how to write a will and the procedures involved. For this reason, we recommend consulting with a professional such as a lawyer, tax accountant, judicial scrivener, administrative scrivener, or trust bank. The Japan Philharmonic Orchestra can also introduce you to such professionals, so please feel free to contact us.
What is the minimum amount you accept for a bequest donation?
Many people think that a bequest must be a large amount, but the amount does not matter. It is also possible to bequeath a portion of your assets (e.g., specifying the amount as XX million yen, bequeathing a certain percentage of your cash, etc.).
What is a residual portion?
A "reserved share" is the minimum share of an inheritance guaranteed to legal heirs (excluding siblings). If the reserved share is violated, the heir may file a claim for the amount of the infringement of the reserved share. In order to make a bequest smoothly, it is important to distribute assets in a way that does not violate the reserved share.
Can I leave something other than money, such as real estate?
Regarding securities such as real estate and stocks, we ask that you stipulate in your will that your designated executor convert them into cash, and that you leave as much money as possible as a bequest. If for some reason you wish to leave something other than money, please consult with the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra in advance.
Can I rewrite my will?
Regardless of the type of will, you are free to revoke or rewrite it. A notarized will can be revoked with a holographic will, and vice versa. The law stipulates that "if a previous will conflicts with a later will, the later will shall be deemed to have revoked the previous will to the extent of the conflict," meaning the will with the later date will be valid. If you use the holographic will storage system or create a notarized will, we recommend that you check the procedures with an expert or notary public just to be sure.
Contact
If you have any questions about bequests, please contact our Bequest Department.
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Contact us by phone
The Japan Philharmonic Orchestra works in partnership with READYFOR Co., Ltd. to provide consultation regarding bequest donations and donations of inherited assets.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding bequests or inheritance, please feel free to contact us at the address below.
■Ready for Bequest Donation Support Deskis a consultation center for bequest-related matters, and you can consult as many times as you like, free of charge. Please feel free to contact us even if you have not yet decided on your donation intentions or details.
READYFOR has supported approximately 3 social activities to date, and will use this experience to help you deliver your valuable assets, which contain your thoughts, to activities that share your passion.
Online consultation and document request
Please fill out the inquiry form below to contact us.
Telephone consultation and document request
Ready for Bequest Support Desk (excluding New Year's holidays)
