May. 15, 2023 UPDATE
Kabuki Viewing and Talk to Artisans at a Traditional Stage Costume Studio
- 歌舞伎鑑賞と歌舞伎衣装工房の見学 -Traveler Friendly
There is an English earphone guide during the performance, so even first-time visitors can enjoy the show.
Information
・Offered in ： English
・Local meeting and local breakup
Languages spoken
English
Gion & Kiyomizu Temple
Popular
Period・You can select the time of the tour you wish to join
5/12 ⇒ 14：00 ～ 17：00 only
5/15、5/17～19 ⇒ 9：00 ～ 12：30 or 14：00 ～ 17：00
Venuethe Minami-za Theater and Kabuki costumes studio
Story & Recommendation
This tour is a very rare opportunity to enjoy Kabuki with an English-speaking guide
This is a tour led by a guide from Sharing Kyoto staff. If you would like to participate, please apply here.
■ Overview
This tour is a very rare opportunity to enjoy Kabuki with an English-speaking guide
You can see a Kabuki performance at the Minami-za Theater in Kyoto and feel the spirit and aesthetics of the Japanese people.There is an English earphone guide during the performance, so even first-time visitorscan enjoy the show.
Visitors can see how traditional stage costumes are made and hear directly from the craftsman. Opportunities to observe and talk with artisans at work are rare, even if you live in Kyoto, so why not take this opportunity to join the tour?
This tour is recommended for those who interested in Kyoto's traditional performing arts.
See below for details of this Kabuki performance. https://www.shochiku.co.jp/play/schedules/detail/minamiza20230512/
■ What's Included
◎ Tickets to Kabuki attractions
◎ English earphone guide during performances
◎ Observation of traditional stage costume making
× Transportation costs
× Hotel meet-up
× Food and drinks
■ What To Expect
・15 minutes before the performance starts, meet in front of the Minami-za Theater and receive tickets ・Performance time is 1.5 hours
--------- 13：45 | Meet in front of Minami-za Theater and receive tickets to see the performance
14：00 | View Kabuki performance (1.5 h)
15 : 30 | Moved from Minamiza to the studio（35 min）
16：05 | Hear from the craftsman who actually makes the costumes （45 min）
16：50 | Tour ends and participants disperse at the site
※ Tour times can be changed to 9:00 - 12:30.
9：00 | Meet at the studio (location will be announced individually)
9：10 | Hear from the craftsman who actually makes the costumes （45 min）
10 : 00 | Moved from the studio to Minamiza（35 min）
11：00 | View Kabuki performance (1.5 h)
12：30 | Tour ends and participants disperse at the site
■ Overview
This tour is a very rare opportunity to enjoy Kabuki with an English-speaking guide
You can see a Kabuki performance at the Minami-za Theater in Kyoto and feel the spirit and aesthetics of the Japanese people.There is an English earphone guide during the performance, so even first-time visitorscan enjoy the show.
Visitors can see how traditional stage costumes are made and hear directly from the craftsman. Opportunities to observe and talk with artisans at work are rare, even if you live in Kyoto, so why not take this opportunity to join the tour?
This tour is recommended for those who interested in Kyoto's traditional performing arts.
See below for details of this Kabuki performance. https://www.shochiku.co.jp/play/schedules/detail/minamiza20230512/
■ What's Included
◎ Tickets to Kabuki attractions
◎ English earphone guide during performances
◎ Observation of traditional stage costume making
× Transportation costs
× Hotel meet-up
× Food and drinks
■ What To Expect
・15 minutes before the performance starts, meet in front of the Minami-za Theater and receive tickets ・Performance time is 1.5 hours
--------- 13：45 | Meet in front of Minami-za Theater and receive tickets to see the performance
14：00 | View Kabuki performance (1.5 h)
15 : 30 | Moved from Minamiza to the studio（35 min）
16：05 | Hear from the craftsman who actually makes the costumes （45 min）
16：50 | Tour ends and participants disperse at the site
※ Tour times can be changed to 9:00 - 12:30.
9：00 | Meet at the studio (location will be announced individually)
9：10 | Hear from the craftsman who actually makes the costumes （45 min）
10 : 00 | Moved from the studio to Minamiza（35 min）
11：00 | View Kabuki performance (1.5 h)
12：30 | Tour ends and participants disperse at the site
1Highlight
Traditional Kabuki performance
Watching a Kabuki performance allows you to experience the essence of Japanese culture and appreciate its aesthetics. Even if you are a first-time visitor, you can still enjoy the show with the help of an English earphone guide that is available during the performance.
2Highlight
Hear from the craftsman who actually makes the costumes
Visit the workshop of someone who actually makes kabuki costumes and listen to what they have to say. You can learn about the meaning of design, coloring, and other information that is more fun to know.
If you have questions, you can ask the craftsman.
- Manner & Tips -
・Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
・Please book at least 1 weeks in advance so that we can build the best experience for you（After that, please feel free to contact us by email at any time）
・Any additional requirements like transportation and food & drinks can be arranged for an additional cost
・Capacity: 4 people
・Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply. If you are a minor, please obtain the consent of your legal guardian before applying
・The tour may be canceled or postponed at short notice or the content may be changed due to traffic conditions or other reasons
