Artistic director and kabuki actor Monnosuke Ichikawa VIII gives us the backstory on the kabuki play premiering in English in Hawaii on April 19.
The 2023 Praemium Imperiale Awards recognize excellence in fine and performing arts and archtecture, much like the Nobel Prize recognizes the sciences.
The Single Act Tickets at ‘Kabukiza’, the premier Kabuki theatre in Tokyo, may just be for you for a way to enjoy a play without breaking...
The internationally acclaimed kabuki actor earned the love of fans as he dedicated his life to carrying on the roles of his grandfather, Kichiemon I.
They break boundaries in the arts, shine light in dark corners, and broaden our perception of the world ー wherever we’re from. Meet the 2021 Praemium...
There are many cultural traditions to enjoy as we approach the holiday season in Japan. Maneki kaki calligraphers who create beautiful stylized plaques are among...
Above: Shiki Theatre Company's original production titled 'Robot in the Garden' opened at Tokyo’s Jiyu Theatre on October 3 and will run until November 29. ...
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First performed in 1985 at the early PARCO Theater, the play Pizarro is making a return on stage this spring. Originally titled The Royal...
The 2.5-dimensional musicals that originated from Japan, featuring famous television actors, are helping to push a remarkable surge in the popularity of Japanese theatrical arts....
The Japan Art Association’s prestigious Praemium Imperiale, which recognizes the lifetime achievements of artists from all over the world, was awarded for the 31st time...
Now on its 31st year, the Praemium Imperiale Awards, known as the “Nobel Prize of Arts,” announced the 2019 recipients on Tuesday, September 17. The...