Thao & Mirah at Ryoudenji Temple

Drawn together by a mutual preference for being known by their first names, indie-folk songwriters Thao (Nguyen) and Mirah (Yom Tov Zeitlyn) found fertile common ground on last year's collaborative Thao & Mirah album. Co-produced by Merrill 'tUnE-yArDs' Garbus, who also helped write infectious closing track 'Eleven', the record struck a harmonious balance between Mirah's flawless vocals and Thao's more roughshod approach – and was a heck of a lot of fun, to boot. The duo wrap up their Japan tour with a show in the unique setting of Machida's Ryoudenji Temple, a rare live music venue that's a draw in itself. Both women will also play solo sets, with support from rock-tinged duo Ropes and indie wunderkind Shugo Tokumaru.