A day to experience the work of traditional performing arts!

as well as a glimpse behind the scenes of performing arts, in a rehearsal space that is normally off-limits to the public, with the opportunity to watch a Daikagura demonstration, watch
traditional Japanese dance, and learn about the work of the backstage staff.

2026

3.20

FRI

National Theatre rehearsal room

500 yen

Performance Information

A special event will be held at the National Theatre's rehearsal studio!
You can enjoy experiencing Daikagura and watching traditional Japanese dance in a studio that is normally off-limits to the public.
There will also be a corner introducing the work and tools that support traditional Japanese dance, as well as a corner where you can try playing the shamisen.
Why not experience the world of traditional performing arts while experiencing this spectacular art form and the people and tools that support it?

Provided by: Daishin Kyokugei Association

Date

Friday, March 20, 2026 (National Holiday)
First session: 13:00 start | 12:30 check-in
Second session: 15:00 start | 14:30 check-in
*For each session, you can choose between a Daikagura experience or a traditional Japanese dance performance
*Each session lasts approximately 1 hour

Venue

National Theatre rehearsal room

Ticket prices

[1 session] 500 yen
per child

Precautions

・This event is aimed at elementary and junior high school students. Applications for adults only are not accepted.
・Stairs are required at this venue. We regret to inform you that
applications are limited to those who can climb and descend stairs on their own.
・One parent may observe per child.
・Please wear socks in the rehearsal room (including parents).
・You can only apply for either the Daikagura experience or the Japanese dance viewing for each session.
Applications for the same performance cannot be made for both sessions.
・The same content will be presented for both the first and second sessions.

Let's dig deeper into the points to enjoy it even more!!

[Daikagura]
This performing art was established in the Edo period, combining lion dance and acrobatics with the faith of Ise Shrine and Atsuta Shrine. We hope you will appreciate the profound depth of Daikagura by watching and experiencing the skilled art.

[Nihon Buyo]
This performing art evolved from Kabuki dance. In addition to watching, you can also learn about the work of Nihon Buyo dancers and the work involved in Nihon Buyo, such as costumes and wigs.

Throwing objects provided by: Daishin Acrobatics Association

Umbrella Song Provided by: Daishin Kyokugei Association

ticket

Release date: Friday, October 24, 2025

Teket (electronic ticket)

Ticket inquiries:
Votre Ticket Center
03-5355-1280 (weekdays 10:00-18:00)

Related Business

The National Theatre Training Institute is currently recruiting trainees.
For details, please see the National Theatre Training Institute official website.

National Theater Training Institute Recruiting trainees

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Performance implementation system

Organized by:
Tokyo Metropolitan Government | Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture | Edo Tokyo Traditional Performing Arts Festival Executive Committee
In cooperation with:
Japan Arts Council |
Daishin Kyokugei Association | Japanese Dance Association
Supported by:
Society for the Administration of Compensation for Public Transmission for Educational Purposes (SARTRAS)
Produced by:
Japan Council of Performing Arts Organizations

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