2 hour private experience
Location: Chuo Ward, Osaka City
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
Meet the Master
What you’ll do
Visit one of Osaka's only Noh theaters. Join a professional Noh performer in a performing arts workshop, learning more about the history and techniques of Noh theater. Then, head backstage and explore Noh masks, the Noh stage, and even get a lesson in Noh performance yourself.
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (11:00 - 13:00)
Session 2 (14:00 - 16:00)
Who can attend
Children must be 12+
Access
8min by car from Osaka Station
Say Yes to Noh
A sparse wooden stage, decorated solely with the lone painted form of a pine tree; a roofed passageway connecting the world of performance with the spiritual realm; enigmatic, mask-clad figures ceremoniously parading from side to side; this is Noh theater, thought to be one of the world's oldest performing arts and a craft that proves both inscrutable and mesmerizing. Since the 1300s, Noh drama has combined chanting and instrumentals, movement and masks, austerity and ostentatiousness, to captivate audiences. Beloved by aristocrats and samurai elites, Noh plays typically depict themes of suffering and absolution, with deep connections to Buddhism, Shintoism, and classical literature. Enter one of Osaka's only Noh theaters, stewarded by a National Living Treasure, and dive deeper into the mysteries of Noh theater. A behind-the-scenes immersion led by a professional Noh performer brings you closer than ever to the theatrical thrill of Noh - from wearing the masks to debuting on stage.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 14 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
