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Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced


Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced

Experience a unique cultural journey in Kagurazaka, one of Tokyo’s most historic districts. The Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 will take place on May 17 (Saturday) and May 18 (Sunday), 2025, transforming the entire Kagurazaka area into a vibrant stage for traditional Japanese performing arts. This festival offers an exceptional opportunity for both first-time attendees and international visitors to explore and appreciate Japan’s rich cultural heritage. Admission is free.


Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced


The Unique Charm of Tokyo's Kagurazaka


With its Edo-period cobblestone alleys and historic temples, Kagurazaka is a place where time seemingly stands still. Often referred to as “Tokyo’s Little Kyoto” or “Petit Paris,” this area blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with international influences, creating a distinctive cultural atmosphere. Each year, the festival serves as a platform to rediscover the deep-rooted artistic traditions that define Kagurazaka’s allure.


Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced


Highlights of Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025


Various locations across Kagurazaka will be transformed into stages showcasing Japan’s performing arts. Guests can enjoy:


  • Live performances featuring shamisen, koto, and shakuhachi

  • Traditional Japanese theater, including Noh, classical dance, storytelling, and rakugo (comic storytelling)

  • Exclusive geisha experience with “ozashiki asobi” (geisha-hosted entertainment)

  • Fusion performances blending Japanese traditional instruments with contemporary music

  • Innovative collaborations with modern dance and other performing arts



Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced


Pairing the Festival with Our Kagurazaka Walking Tours


Enhance your festival experience with our Kagurazaka Walking Tour, designed to uncover the district’s hidden gems. Led by local guides, this tour provides insights into Kagurazaka’s fascinating history and cultural significance, allowing you to immerse yourself in its timeless beauty beyond the festival dates.


Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced

Conclusion


Whether you are visiting Kagurazaka for the first time or returning to delve deeper into its cultural richness, Kagurazaka Street Stage O-edo Tour 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience Japan’s traditional performing arts. Step into the heart of Tokyo’s heritage, explore its artistic essence, and discover the authentic beauty that has been preserved for generations.


We look forward to welcoming you to this extraordinary celebration!



Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced



Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview


Dates:

Saturday, May 17, 2025

Sunday, May 18, 2025

Rain or shine. Canceled only in the event of severe weather.


Venues:

Various locations throughout the Kagurazaka area, including:

Bishamonten Zenkokuji Temple, Akagi Shrine, Yarai Noh Theater, Shirogane Park, streets along Kagurazaka-dori, and other historic landmarks.


Program Highlights


May 17 (Sat)

KOTOHOGI Live Performances

13:00 –

Nagauta × Hayashi: Isojiro Yoshimura Group × Wakajishikai

Nihon Buyo: Jueka Nishikawa, Komaya Wakayagi

15:00 –

Kiyomoto Narrative Music × Hayashi: Narumidayu Kiyomoto Group × Wakajishikai

Nihon Buyo: Kazuki Nishikawa, Hiroki Nishikawa


Kagurazaka Rakuza: Koshakuba (Storytelling Theater)

13:30 / 15:30 –

Performers: Iori Kanda (Kodan), Ichitaro Azumaya & Mi Azumaya (Rokyoku),

Rieko Fuditaka (Chikuzen Biwa), Kyonosuke Takemoto & Kasu Tsuruzawa (Gidayu-bushi)


“Ozashiki Live” at Bishamonten

14:00 –

Performers: Kagurazaka Geisha

Lemon Mimasu (Edo spinning top tricks), Koenshi Ryutei (Rakugo)

Advance registration & lottery required (Application Period: Apr 25 [Fri] 10:00 – May 6 [Tue])

Apply here: https://torioki.confetti-web.com/form/3948


Guided Pathway to Performing Arts

11:30 –

Koto music by Naokazu Tanaka, Shogo Hiyoshi, Oji Komuro, Yuma Nagasawa, Kosuke Kubo

Guest: Robert Campbell

16:00 –

Noh performance by the Kanze Kyukokai School


Shinnai Street Performances (Kagurazaka Streets)

16:30 / 19:00 –

Tsuruga Wakasa-no-Jo and disciples


Johana Hikiyama Festival: Iori Songs

18:00 –

Performed by Hozuikai


Bishamonten Evening Performances

19:00 –

Maruichi Sen’o Troupe (Edo Daikagura), Nobutaka Yoshizawa (17-string Koto),

Gendai Sangaku (Japanese flute, sho, taiko, saz, storytelling, and more)


Children’s Plaza

13:00 –



Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour 2025 – Event Overview Announced


May 18 (Sun)

Kagurazaka Rakuza: Koshakuba (Storytelling Theater)

12:00 / 15:00 –

Performers: Hakuchi Matsubayashi (Kodan), Seisui Arai (Satsuma Biwa),

Haruno Kunimoto & Michiyo Sawamura (Rokyoku), Orine Kanda (Kodan)


Kagurazaka Street Live Performances: Geino Meguri

In front of Shimakin

13:00 –

AKATSUKI (Koto, Shakuhachi, Taiko)

14:30 –

Gendai Sangaku (Japanese flute, sho, taiko, saz)

16:00 –

Sesami Street (Tsugaru Shamisen)


Kagurazakaue Crossing

13:30 –

Mitsuru Kamijo (Edo string puppetry)

15:00 –

Gagaku Shimokuma Takeru (sho, hichiriki, ryuteki, and shomyo)

16:30 –

Yutaka Oyama (Tsugaru Shamisen) × Sara Akiyoshi (Japanese flute) × Yoshimi Tsujimoto (Shakuhachi) × Masaki Otawa (Taiko)


Kamiasobi Live Performances

14:00 –

Mademoiselle Cinema (Contemporary Dance) × Kyonosuke Takemoto & Kazu Tsuruzawa (Gidayu-bushi)

15:30 –

Hogaku 2.0 (Guitar, Shakuhachi, Koto, Synthesizer)


Shinnai Street Performances

13:00 / 15:00 –

Tsuruga Wakasa-no-Jo and disciples


Johana Hikiyama Festival: Iori Songs

12:00 / 14:00 –

Performed by Hozuikai


Sunset Live at Akagi Shrine

17:30 –

Daiki Fujiyama (Tezuma – traditional Japanese magic)

Daisuke Kiba (Kokyu – Japanese bowed instrument)

Tokiwazu Waeidayu (Tokiwazu) × Chiho Fujisa (Hayashi ensemble)


Children’s Plaza

13:30 / 15:30 –

Shibuya Gagekidan (Kamishibai)

14:40 –

Mitsuru Kamijo (Edo string puppetry)


Kagurazaka Time-Travel Stamp Rally / Historical Walking Tour

12:00 – 16:00


Try Japanese Instruments!

12:30 –


Admission: Free (some programs require advance registration)


Organizers:

Arts Council Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture)

NPO Iki na Machizukuri Club

Produced by: Koten Kuukan Co., Ltd.

Managed by: Nintei NPO Arkship


General Inquiries:

Kagurazaka Street Stage Oedo Tour Office (inside Koten Kuukan)

TEL: +81-3-5478-8265 (Weekdays 10:00–18:00)



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How to Access Kagurazaka


The Kagurazaka area is conveniently located within 30 minutes from any major station in Tokyo. This is because Kagurazaka is situated in the heart of Tokyo, at the center of the Yamanote Line. Please come and visit this convenient and charming Kagurazaka.





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