Sakiko Shibata (left) / Kyosuke Kanayama (center) / Koushi Oshiikawa (right)

"La Traviata," beloved by people for over 160 years, is a tragic love story between Violetta, a courtesan who loves camellias, and a young man named Alfredo. This concert will feature highlights from the opera's sorrowful yet passionate love story, performed live by an ensemble and top-tier young singers.

Furthermore, to deepen the appreciation of "La Traviata's" world, an aroma experience produced by aromatherapist Maki Ohashi will be offered, with scents of camellia and "La Traviata" featured in the program distributed on the day. Alongside the winter flowers blooming in the garden, guests can experience the fragrance of early spring indoors. Additionally, during dinner on the same day as the concert, the singers playing Violetta and Alfredo will perform Verdi's love songs, including the "Brindisi" (Drinking Song) from "La Traviata," at the Italian restaurant "Il Teatro."

The special plan "Scent of Flowers" also includes various other programs perfect for early spring. Events such as "Kyoto Hanatouro," recreating Kyoto's winter tradition in the night garden, "Corridor Aroma" with scents of flowers directed by Maki Ohashi, and a bonsai exhibition by the long-established "Seikouen" bonsai shop showcasing the vitality of plants, create a packed schedule akin to "winter flower viewing."