Born in Osaka (Japan) in 1986. Minori Sumiyoshiyama is a Dancer and Artist.

She acted in various directors’ works such as contemporary dance, butoh and theater, and began her own creations since 2010. While collaborating with architects and musicians, she is exploring the relationship between landscape and body.

She often holds gathering called “HitsudanKai (筆談会)” – communication by only writing without any sounds and voices.