Journey through Nohgaku
'Noh' and 'Kyogen' are performing arts emblematic of Japan, continuously practiced for over 650 years since the Muromachi Period (1333-1573 CE). Together, they are called "Nohgaku," often referred to as “Noh” or “Noh play” for short. Nohgaku is said to have influenced various other performing arts.
"Journey through Nohgaku" is a new approach that delivers the charm of Nohgaku from various perspectives such as the seasons, nature, and history. The concept is to "rediscover Japan through Nohgaku,"linking these themes with the idea of a journey.
Over the course of history, this art form was beloved by many warlords, and in modern times it has been designated as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, and is highly regarded both in Japan and overseas.
It has been over twenty years since it became a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage in 2001. As Nohgaku continues to transform, it adds to its rich, enduing history. Let's embark together on a Nohgaku journey.
Noh Travel/Experience the Noh Theater
Promoting the theme "Visit a Noh theater when in Japan!", Noh theaters will serve as exhibition spaces to learn about the pinnacle of Japanese culture.
Interactive programs and performances will be conducted in English.
Venues
- Kanze Noh Theater, Tokyo Prefecture
- Yarai Noh Theater, Tokyo Prefecture
- Ishikawa Prefectural Noh Theater, Ishikawa Prefecture
- Ohori Park Noh Theater, Fukuoka Prefecture
Island Trip Travelogue (Okinawa Prefecture)
Place : Valley of Gangala / Shikina-en Royal Garden
Time : December 2024 (TBD)
Access : Valley of Gangala (about 30 minutes by car from Naha Airport) / Shikina-en Royal Garden (20 minutes by car from Naha Airport)
Link : Journey through Nohgaku
Noh Theater Walkabout (Kanze Noh Theater, Tokyo)
Place : Kanze Noh Theater
Time : August 19-25 2024 2-8PM
Access : Directly connected to Ginza Station
Link :
Journey through Nohgaku
KANZE.net Official Website
Noh Theater Walkabout (Yarai Noh Theater, Tokyo)
Place : Yarai Noh Theater
Time : January 2025 (TBD)
Access : Two-minute walk from Kagurazaka Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line
Link : Journey through Nohgaku
Noh Theater Walkabout (Ishikawa Prefectural Noh Theater, Ishikawa)
Place : Ishikawa Prefectural Noh Theater
Time : Date TBD
Access : An approx. 3-minute walk from Kenrokuen Garden’s Zuishinzakaguchi entrance
An approx. 15-minute walk from Korinbo
Link :
Journey through Nohgaku
Ishikawa Prefectural Noh Theater
Noh Theater Walkabout (Ohori Park Noh Theater, Fukuoka)
Place : Ohori Park Noh Theater
Time : February 2025(TBD)
Access : 15 min by subway from JR Hakata Station Get off at Ohori Koen
Link :
Journey through Nohgaku
Ohori Park Noh Theater
Discover special events and tours in popular destinations:
■ Southern Nara and Wakayama Nachikatsuura Areas
Locations include Yoshinoyama, Kinpusenji Temple, Mount Koya, and the Nachi Mountains. Stay tuned for more details.
To promote a positive cultural exchange through the world-renowned Noh Theater, the following events will be held overseas:
■ Event in Paris, France
Join us at a high-profile venue in Paris for an unforgettable Noh theater experience. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of this traditional Japanese performance art, and savor regional specialties, including Japanese sake and unique local products deeply connected to Noh.
■ Noh Theater Promotion Channel: Un Nôtre Japon Teaser (Noh Experience)
Launching in late August, this new channel aims to promote Noh theater and regional tourism. Tune in regularly for engaging content available in French and English.
