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The National Bunraku Theatre Backstage Tour on February 10 and 11,2026

The National Bunraku Theatre Backstage Tour on February 10 and 11,2026


As a special tour of the historic National Bunraku Theatre, Participants can see backstage, which is normally closed to the general public, and take pictures. In addition, since the stage equipment can be moved by the staff, visitors can enjoy a different atmosphere from the view from the audience seats.

The Highlight
・Special access to backstage and dressing rooms that are not usually open to the public
・Enjoy to observe the stage equipment operated by the staff on the stage.
・Taking commemorative photos on the stage.

・Date & Time:
①Tue, February 10, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15
②Tue, February 10, 2026, 17:00 – 17:45
③Wed, February 11, 2026, 10:30 – 11:15
④Wed, February 11, 2026, 17:00 – 17:45

・Place: National Bunraku Theatre (1-12-10 Nipponbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka TEL. 06-6212-2531)
・Admission fee : ¥1,000
・Capacity: 30 persons each time
・Language: English/Japanese

Attention
・Preschool children are not able to take this tour.
・There are many steps and stairs, and some areas are dangerous. Please come in clothes and shoes that are comfortable to move around in.
・Theatre staff may take photos and videos for use on their website, in public relations, etc.

Itinerary
Registration opens at the lobby on the 1st floor of the National Bunraku Theatre 30 minutes before the meeting time.(10:00 / 16:30)
Meet up with the guide(10:30 / 17:00)
Bunraku Theatre Backstage Tour (audience seats, stage, dressing room, stage set, photo shooting)(45min)
End of the tour at the lobby (11:15 / 17:45)


For Details & Application: Please access to the website.
Contact & Inquiry: JTB Corp. Email

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