Written by Shyam Bhardwa
Noh is a dazzling mix of dance and drama from the 14th century and is considered to be the oldest performance art in the world. Enter the world of this ancient Japanese art form at the Asagaya Takigi Noh.
What to expect
Theater tradition in Japan stretches back over 700 years with Noh, a style of performance that combines dancing with acting. While wearing iconic masks, actors recount tales from Japanese history and folklore on an open pavilion stage.
At the Asagaya Takigi Noh, you’ll get a chance to see the minimalist beauty of this art.
Tickets
Unfortunately, tickets for the Asagaya Takigi Noh are sold out. They could be bought online from the event website.
The stage has two tiers of seating. First, basic seating, which is ¥4,000 for adults, and ¥1,000 for elementary school kids and under. There was also a special seating tier with seats closer to the stage, which cost ¥5,000.
How to get there
The quickest way to the event is to take the JR Chūo Line out to Asagaya Station. From there, it’s only a 2-minute hop to the shrine. Alternatively, you can take the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line to Minami-Asagaya Station, and walk for 8 minutes.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.