Hiroshima plays in Westlake

EXOTIC SOUNDS- June Kuramato of the popular band Hiroshima plays the koto, a traditional Japanese instrument, in a performance last weekend at the Hyatt Westlake Plaza. Kuramato, who is one of the premier kotoists in the world, helps define the band's unique multicultural sound. Hiroshima was the third in the Hyatt's four-concert, summer outdoor jazz series. The final show is Peter White on Sept. 29. For more information visit the website www.westlake.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/ entertainment, or call (805) 557-4762.