Eleven years ago, I made my Broadway debut at Lincoln Center. Looking back, I realize there was never a clear roadmap—just small steps, resourcefulness, and a willingness to create opportunities with what I had.

This year, I had the joy of returning to Noto for the Healing Harmony Project—a special celebration of music, theater, connection, and the joy of creating something together.

Confidence is often misunderstood as something you either have or don’t. In this article, Minami explores how confidence is actually a skill — one that grows each time you return to the present moment.

A personal reflection on how perfectionism became my first armor—and how unlearning it opened the door to self-trust and authenticity—a thoughtful exploration of tradition, identity, and being human.

A small moment in acting school revealed a powerful truth about vulnerability in leadership. Sometimes courage begins not with speaking — but with removing what we use to hide.

Healing Harmony Project 2025, part of the Ishikawa Performing Arts Festival, brought together artists, civil servants, and participants across generations to experience the healing power of performing arts. Through music, movement, and heartfelt connection, we witnessed how compassion creates transformation—both on stage and beyond. This is the story of how “癒しの輪,” the circle of healing, continues to ripple outward.

Broadway performer Minami Yusui shares her journey from 88 auditions to the stage, revealing lessons on confidence, perseverance, and how YU-Project helps you embrace every step of your path to success.