Japanese classical dance performance in Kenchoji Temple

Enjoy Zashiki-mai (Japanese classical chamber dance) at Kenchoji Temple by INOUE Yachiyo, living national treasure and YAMAMURA Tomogorō. After the performance, the two artists will discuss Zashiki-mai, allowing you to appreciate the allure of Japanese classical dance up close.

Date
March 1 (Sat.), 2025

Performance Time
[PART1] 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
[PART2] 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
* The finish time is an estimate and may vary.

[Part 1 starting at 1:00 p.m.]
Commentary
MIZUTANI Akihiro

Jiuta
Tanishi
YAMAMURA Tomogorō

Jiuta
Yuki
INOUE Yachiyo

Discussion on “Zashiki-mai (Japanese classical chamber dance)”
INOUE Yachiyo
YAMAMURA Tomogorō
Moderator: MIZUTANI Akihiro

[Starts at 3:00 p.m.]
Commentary
MIZUTANI Akihiro

Jiuta
Yuki
YAMAMURA Tomogorō

Jiuta
Aoinoue
INOUE Yachiyo

Discussion on “Zashiki-mai (Japanese classical chamber dance)”
INOUE Yachiyo
YAMAMURA Tomogorō
Moderator: MIZUTANI Akihiro


Jikata (Music accompaniment):
KIKUŌ Yūji・KIKUDERA Tomoko・KIKUHŌ Ayako

*Front seats will be cushion seats, and rear seats will be chairs (stacking chairs).
*Please make sure eating or drinking at the venue is prohibited and that there are no trash cans.
*Guests who see both sections will be asked to leave the venue at the end of Part 1. And please line up again for Part 2.
*Please note that you will not be allowed to enter the building until the doors open 30 minutes before the show. Please note that you will be asked to wait outside.

Venue
Ōshinkaku (temple office building) in Kenchoji Temple
8 Yamanouchi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa

5 minutes by bus from Kita-Kamakura Station on the JR Yokosuka Line (get off at Kenchoji Temple on the Enoden bus bound for Kamakura Station). About 15 minutes on foot.
10 minutes by bus from Kamakura Station on the JR Yokosuka Line (get off at Kenchoji Temple on the Enoden bus bound for Ōfuna).

Language Support
English consecutive interpretation will also be provided for the commentary and discussion.
English brochure is available.

Tickets (Tax included)
[Non-reserved seating]   6,000 yen
[Zen meditation experience set ticket]: 8,000 yen (only for Part 1 starting at 1:00 p.m.)
*A separate admission fee of 500 yen is required to enter Kenchoji Temple.

[About Zen meditation experience set ticket]
*With the cooperation of Kenchoji Temple, you can experience Zen meditation after the play.
*The Zen meditation experience is scheduled to last about 45 minutes.
*After Part 1 starting at 1:00 p.m., you will move to the building next to the performance venue, Hōjō (Ryūōden).
*There are no specific rules regarding attire, but loose-fitting clothing is recommended.
*Private conversations and free activities are not allowed in the venue. If you do not follow the instructions of the instructor, you will be asked to leave the venue

Booking Opens
10:00 a.m. January 20 (Mon.), 2025

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https://www.getyourguide.com/tokyo-l193/tokyo-kabuki-bunraku-etc-presented-by-national-theatre-t562525/

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