Theatres

Choyo Kaikan Noh Stage is located in front of the main gate of Osakatemmangu Shrine and was established in 1967 by the late Asataro Ueno, a Noh performer of the Shite-Kanze school. It is conveniently located near Osaka's city center, just one station away on various lines, making it easily accessible. The venue is used for Noh performances, as well as various other traditional cultural events and practice sessions.
Upon entering the entrance and ascending the stairs, you will find yourself in an extraordinary space separated from daily life by a large painting of pine trees (called kagami-ita). The stage, while compact, features traditional elements such as the hashigakari (bridgeway) and kagami-ita, allowing you to experience the breath and foot stomps of the performers up close, offering a uniquely intimate Noh viewing experience.
To the north of Choyo Kaikan Noh Stage is Osakatemmangu Shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning. Every July, it hosts the Tenjin Festival, one of Japan's three major festivals. Additionally, just one street to the west lies Tenjinbashisuji Shopping Street, the longest shopping street in Japan.

To allow foreign visitors to become familiar with Japan's traditional arts, we offer cultural experiences with English translation, covering Noh and Kyogen performances, as well as hayashi (musical accompaniment), utai (chanting), shimai (dance performances), and even tea ceremony and flower arranging.