The Tokyo String Quartet was a renowned chamber music ensemble formed in 1969. Based in Tokyo, Japan, the quartet gained international acclaim for its performances and recordings of classical music. The group consisted of four talented musicians: first violinist Kiyoshi Shomura, second violinist Yasuko Ohta, violist Kazuhide Isomura, and cellist Clive Greensmith. Over the years, the Tokyo String Quartet performed in prestigious venues worldwide and collaborated with various artists. They were known for their interpretations of works by composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, and Brahms. The quartet disbanded in 2013, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of classical music.