The first concert in Tokyo, Monday, January 18th. Photos by Todd Rosenberg.

Stage Manager Kelly Kerins directing the load-in to the Bunka Kaikan before the first concert in Tokyo.

A pillar at the Bunka Kaikan concert hall, signed by CSO members during the 1995 tour.

Principal Harpist Sarah Bullen warms up before the first concert in Tokyo.

Violinist Rachel Goldstein warms up before the first Tokyo concert.

Clarinetist J. Lawrie Bloom finds a deserted corner to warm up for the first concert in Tokyo.

Maestro Muti and the Orchestra during the first concert in Tokyo.

Maestro Muti and Concertmaster Robert Chen discuss a fine point during the intermission of the first concert in Tokyo.

Principal Second Violinist Baird Dodge relaxes during the intermission of the first concert in Tokyo.

Bows after the first concert in Tokyo. Shown are Maestro Muti, Principal Cellist John Sharp, Assistant Principal Cellist Ken Olsen, cellist Loren Brown, Concertmaster Robert Chen, Assistant Concertmaster David Taylor, and violinist Cornelius Chiu.

Maestro Muti signs autographs after the first concert in Tokyo.

Maestro Muti greets a young fan after the first concert in Tokyo.