The longer the National Theater is closed, the greater the risk that intangible cultural assets of these performing arts are not passed down to new generations.
Ichikawa Somegoro VIII, aka the "Prince of Kabuki," is sharing the stage with his father and grandfather, esteemed kabuki actors Matsumoto Koshiro X and Matsumoto Hakuo...
Virtual idol Hatsune Miku's co-star Nakamura Shido II expects "mixed reactions" as they bring extended reality (XR) technology to Tokyo's bastion of tradition.
Bean throwing ceremony: Find out ways in which Japanese celebrate Setsbun, the solar calendar date marking the end of winter and the beginning of spring.
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.
All industries have been affected by COVID-19. This performance is very important within the kabuki world. I am really grateful that we are able to go...
“I want to see Ebizo [Ichikawa] perform kabuki at the Shibuya scramble,” said one participant in the invitation-only chat room. And someone listened.
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...
Celebrated kabuki actor Sakata Tojuro IV, a living national treasure and winner of numerous cultural awards, and the driving force behind a revival of the...
Matsumoto Koshiro "I will do anything to prevent the coronavirus from extinguishing the fire of kabuki," said actor Matsumoto Kōshirō X in an August 5...
A slogan which many have been sharing in Japan on SNS and mainstream media is “Corona ni makeruna!” It roughly translates as “Don’t let yourself...