TRADITIONAL MUSIC & DANCE SHOWS · Japan
The good traditional music & dance shows fill weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ninja+Kabuki Tokyo in Shinjuku blends taiko drums, swordplay, and wordless Kabuki acting for an 80-minute night out.
“It was an enjoyable show. There was fun audience participation at the end. A free drink was a nice bonus.”
Catch a non-verbal Ninja Kabuki show in Shinjuku, with wadaiko drums, ninja humor, and audience interaction. 80 minutes, $29.
“Guides in Japan are often difficult to understand in English and ours was easy.”
Osaka UTAGE Japanese Taiko Live Show mixes taiko, shamisen, shakuhachi, shinobue, and computer music, with audience participation. $40.
“What an incredible spectacle with so much energy and phantastic musicians. Ancient instruments but with a very modern twist. It was sooooo good! Go go go, you wonnt be disappointed!”
Osaka Night Fusion blends taiko, kabuki, and samurai with dance music in an interactive show at Tempo Harbor Theater, from $40.
“Amazing show! Deserve a lot more views! Super highly recommended, had. A lot of fun!!”
Pick the kind of day first. The tour comes second.
