Discover the world of Noh Theater! Experience Traditional Japanese performance arts in Osaka

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Step into the enchanting realm of traditional Noh at the Otsuki Noh Theater, Japan's first Noh theater with chair seating, established in 1935. Here, a rich tapestry of cultural experiences awaits you. Guided tours enhanced by insightful audio guides, exclusive backstage access, and captivating live...

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Learn, Enjoy, Engage! Noh Experience Program

Established in 1935 as Japan's first Noh theater with chair seating, the Otsuki Noh Theater offers a variety of programs where you can experience guided tours of the Noh theater with audio guides, insightful explanations, from Noh performers, backstage tours, and live Noh performances on the Noh stage. The theater also provides customizable programs tailored to your specific requests.

Detailed information

Minimum participants : 1 person
Maximum capacity : 40 people
Eligibility : Junior high school students and above
Location : Otsuki Noh Theater, 7 Kamimachi A, Chuo Ward, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
Operating period : Closed on some days
Blackout dates : Please inquire
Meeting time and business hours : Please inquire
Tour Schedule : Gather at the Noh Theater → Guided tour and experience program → End

Estimated time:

1) Audio guided tour of the Noh theater: Approximately 30 minutes

2) Noh Educational Program: Approximately 1 hour

3) Nohgaku Special Experience Program: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes

Meal Service: No meals provided
Dietary requests : Not accepted
Barrier-free access : Accessible only for guided tours within the Noh theater
Parking : None
Note : Explanations, guidance, and instruction by Noh performers will be conducted in Japanese; therefore, those who do not sufficiently understand Japanese will need to be accompanied by an interpreter.

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Audio guided tour of the Noh theater

Noh Educational Program

Nohgaku Special Experience Program

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Yamamoto Noh Theater "Noh Experience Tour"

Yamamoto Noh Theater is designated as a nationally registered tangible cultural property and boasts a history of nearly 100 years, making it the oldest Noh theater in Osaka. As a facility that conveys the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, "Noh 能", loved by Toyotomi Hideyoshi, it offers Noh performances, various experiences of traditional culture, guided tours, and backstage tours. The Noh theater can also be used as a "special hospitality space" for dignitaries from both domestic and international backgrounds. It is conveniently located relatively close to Osaka Castle, in the city center of Osaka.

Detailed information

Minimum number of participants : 1 person
Maximum capacity : 200 people
Eligibility : Everyone can participate
Location : Yamamoto Noh Theater entrance 1-3-6 Tokui-cho, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture,
Operation period: All year round
Blackout days : Irregular holidays (If the facility is being used for another event, we may not be able to accept your request)
Meeting Time/Business hours : 9:00-21:00
Tour schedule: Meet at the entrance → Explanation of Noh (about 20 minutes) → Noh experience/chanting, sliding feet, etc. (about 20 minutes) → Explanation of Noh masks (about 10 minutes) → Dressing in Noh costumes (about 20 minutes) → Q&A (5 minutes) → Group photo → Sweets and matcha tea (15 minutes) → End.
Duration: 60-90 minutes
Meals provided : Meals provided
Dietary requests : Vegetarian and Halal options available
Accessibility : Wheelchair accessible
Parking: None

Sales price and category

6,000 yen/person (excluding tax) (Available for groups of 10 or more. For groups of 9 or less, the group rate is 60,000 yen, excluding tax)

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