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Introducing the full lineup of the Edo Tokyo Traditional Performing Arts Festival.
You're sure to find a program that interests you!

Gather together,
To the stage of splendor and skill
2026year
3
15
SUN
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Tokyo Metropolitan Variety Show

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Rakugo x Classical Music! ~Rediscover the Charm of Japanese Songs and Words~
Wheelchair accessible
2026
3.8
SUN
Mitsukoshi Theater

Rakugo x Classical Music!
~Rediscover the Charm of Japanese Songs and Words~

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Rakugo and classical music come together to create a new stage! The sounds of the bandoneon and shakuhachi, the sounds of song, and the narration of the master of classical rakugo, Yanagitate Ichiba, combine to create a stage full of emotion and humor

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The 55th Japanese Music Concert
English support
Wheelchair accessible
2026
3.7
SAT
Mitsukoshi Theater

The 55th Japanese Music Concert

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This special program allows you to experience the charm of Japanese music all at once. Not only can you enjoy the performance, but there will also be a discussion corner! You can enjoy Japanese music culture from various angles

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Gagaku and Asian Music: A New Exchange of Ancient Instruments
English support
Wheelchair accessible
2026
3.6
FRI
Mitsukoshi Theater

Gagaku and Asian Music
: A New Exchange of Ancient Instruments

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Gagaku, which was introduced to Japan from the ancient continent and has been passed down for over a thousand years, will be performed by a group of talented young musicians who will carry on the tradition, performing a wide range of pieces from classics to contemporary commissioned works

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Noh experience
Wheelchair accessible
2026
2.28
SAT
Kanze Noh Theatre

Noh experience

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This program allows you to "see, hear, and experience" the charm of Noh! After experiencing the musical accompaniment, singing, and gestures in the audience seats, you can watch a Noh performance

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Koasa and Hidetaro: Exploring Hiroshige's One Hundred Famous Views of Edo through Rakugo and Enka
Wheelchair accessible
2026
2.18
WED
Mitsukoshi Theater


Exploring Hiroshige's One Hundred Famous Views of Edo
through Koasa,

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This year marks the 170th anniversary of the painting of Utagawa Hiroshige's masterpiece, "One Hundred Famous Views of Edo." With representative works of Japonism as a backdrop, the exhibition will portray the lives and emotions of Edo people through rakugo and hauta (traditional Japanese poetry)

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66th Ceremony Noh
English support
Assistance dogs allowed
Hearing Support
Wheelchair accessible
2026
2.15
SUN
National Noh Theatre

66th Ceremony Noh

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This special performance brings together various schools of Nohgaku to showcase masterpieces of Noh and Kyogen. The performance is divided into two parts, allowing you to enjoy the diverse charms of this classical performing art.

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The 67th Japanese Dance Association Performance
Assistance dogs allowed
Hearing Support
Wheelchair accessible
2026
2.14
SAT
～2.15 SUN
Asakusa Public Hall

The 67th Japanese Dance Association Performance

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Welcome to the rich world of Japanese dance. The Japanese Dance Association's performances transcend the boundaries of traditional Japanese dance to deliver the charm of Japanese dance. This stage brings to life the beauty and spirit of Japanese dance, passed down since the Edo period. Leading dancers and musicians of the present generation will come together to perform a diverse range of works, from classic masterpieces to new creations. We hope you will enjoy the essence of Japanese dance

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[Participating Event] Nagauta Association 100th Anniversary Concert
Wheelchair accessible
2026
1.25
SUN
NHK Hall

[Participating Event] Nagauta Association
100th Anniversary Concert

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The Nagauta Association will reach the major milestone of its 100th anniversary in 2025. To conclude its commemorative events, the Association will hold a "100th Anniversary Commemorative Concert." The charm of Nagauta, which has been passed down for a century, and its sounds that will continue into the present and future will be presented on a dignified stage

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Children's Performing Arts Experience Plaza in Chofu - Professional Stage Performances and Traditional Performing Arts Workshops -
2026
1.18
SUN
Chofu City Cultural Center Tadukuri

Children's Performing Arts Experience Plaza in Chofu
Pro Stage Performance and Traditional Performing Arts Workshop

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You can enjoy a variety of performances, including Rakugo, Wazuma (Japanese magic), Kyogen, Shamisen, and Japanese dance, both under the guidance of a professional and as a digest performance! * Advance applications are now closed. Applications and participation on the day are not possible. Thank you for your understanding

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Tokyo Tower Gagaku in the Sky
English support
2025
11.24
MON
Tokyo Tower Main Deck 1F Club333

Tokyo Tower Gagaku in the Sky

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Enjoy the expansive view from 150 meters above sea level on the Main Deck of Tokyo Tower, as well as the timeless sounds of the sho, hichiriki, and ryuteki flutes in a special space

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The Flowering Edo Traditional Performing Arts Festival has begun!
2025
10.24
FRI
～10.26 SUN
Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, Main Building 1st Floor, Central Hall

The Flowering Edo Traditional Performing Arts Festival
has begun

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This three-day pre-event will showcase the charms of the new Edo Tokyo Traditional Performing Arts Festival, which will begin in January 2026! We will introduce a variety of traditional performing arts through talks and demonstrations

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Edo Tokyo Traditional Performing Arts Festival
How to enjoy

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Do you think traditional performing arts are old-fashioned?
In fact, knowing a little about them can make your performance experience that much more enjoyable!

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You can experience the charm of traditional performing arts through our hands-on programs, including the beautiful gestures and tools that add color to these spectacular performances, and the people who support them behind the scenes

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Check out the diverse programs available at the Edo Tokyo Traditional Performing Arts Festival! We have prepared over 30 programs for everyone, from beginners to advanced performers, to enjoy to their heart's content

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There are many places in Tokyo where you can experience traditional performing arts! There may even be one close to you. Why not start by opening the door to a theater or comedy hall?

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