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About
Built in 1910 for the entertainment of mine employees, the Korakukan is
the oldest extant wooden theater in Japan. From the American Gothic style
in the eaves' sawtooth pattern to the arabesque at the center peak, the
exterior is of Western design. Upon entering the theater however, one discovers
a traditional kabuki stage and tatami seating area. The Korakukan was designated
a nationally important cultural property in 2002.
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Tours
Avaliable daily 9 AM to 5 PM, except when performances are in session.
Closed December 27 to January 3 for New Year Holidays.
Stand atop the 9.73 meter revolving stage. Descend into the theater's
naraku (literally hell) and see how it works. See how actors rise up using the suppon (snapping turtle) trap door. Walk through the gently sloping seating area. Touch the names of such famous actors as Hira
Mikijiro, Nakadai Tatsuya and Tono Eijiro in the dressing rooms.The atmosphere of the Meiji era will sweep
over you during your visit to the Korakakukan.
| Tickets |
Individual |
Group (20+) |
Adults
(high school and above) |
600 yen |
480 yen |
Children
(junior high and under) |
300 yen |
240 yen |
* Tours are led by kuroko, stagehands, in traditional costume.
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Daily Performances 2006
May 15 ~ July 2 Mitsumine
Showtimes: 10:00, 12:30, 15:00 (75 min. show)
July 4 ~ August 22 Komachi-Ryu
Showtimes: 10:30, 14:00 (120 min. show)
August 24 ~ September 27 Yume no Tabi
Showtimes: 10:30, 14:00 (120 min. show)
October 10 ~ November 28 Makotoryu
Showtimes: 10:30, 14:00 (120 min. show)
Members of Matsui Makoto's famous Shitamachi Kabuki troupe from Asakusa, Tokyo perform lavish popular kabuki.
| Tickets (tour included) |
Individual |
Group |
Adults
(high school and above) |
1700 yen |
1360 yen |
Children
(junior high and under) |
850 yen |
680 yen |
*No reservations needed.
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Kabuki 2006
July 7, 8, 9 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
Showtimes: 11:00, 15:00
Starring: Nakamura Kanzaburo (formerly Nakamura Kankuro)
Every summer popular Kabuki actors come to perform traditional Kabuki in
Kosaka.
This year's program:
Noon Show
1. Honchou Nijyushikou (1 act)
2. Koujou
3. Migawarizazen
Evening Show
1. Koujou
2. Yoshitsune Senbon Sakura (2 acts)
| Tickets |
Advance Sale |
Door |
| Special |
16,000 yen |
N/A |
| Matsu(Pine) |
11,000 yen |
12,000 yen |
| Take(Bamboo) |
8,000 yen |
9,000 yen |
| Non-assigned |
5,000 yen |
6,000 |
*Tickets avaliable by lottery. Applications accepted via return postcard
from April 28 through May 18. Details (Japanese)
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Food
Eat and drink as you please in the Korakukan. Udon, soba and delicately
crafted bento (lunch boxes) are avaliable at the theatre. Bento must be reserved 3 days in advance. Call 0186-29-3732 (Sorry, Japanese
service only).
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Korakukan Official Website (Japanese) |
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