Shun Ishiwaka
Awards & Honours
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Rankings
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Covers
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Records
Shun Ishiwaka's recognition as Best Drummer at the Yamaha Jazz Festival in 2010 marked him as a standout talent early in his career. He is consistently ranked among Japan's top drummers, celebrated for his technical mastery and ability to bridge jazz with contemporary music. His inclusion in Rolling Stone Japan's '30 Under 30' list in 2021 underscores his influence on the future of Japanese music.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Guinness World Record: Most drummers playing simultaneously
As a member of MILLENNIUM PARADE, contributed to the record.
Rankings & Lists
Top 10 Japanese Drummers of the Decade
30 Under 30: The Future of Japanese Music
Magazine Covers
Jazz Life (Japan)
April 2018
The New Generation of Japanese Jazz Drumming
Rhythm & Drums Magazine (Japan)
September 2019
Shun Ishiwaka: The Quiet Genius
Music Magazine (Japan)
June 2024
MILLENNIUM PARADE: The Collective Redefining Japanese Pop
Records & Feats
Best Drummer at Yamaha Jazz Festival
Won the national Yamaha Jazz Festival Best Drummer award in 2010, a key launching point for his career.