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In addition to traditional dance performances, you can enjoy workshops on dancing techniques using fans and workshops on kimono dressing and makeup.
In addition to traditional dance performances, you can enjoy workshops on dancing techniques using fans and workshops on kimono dressing and makeup.
An actor continuously changes costumes and makeup to perform both female and male roles.
Though it is a traditional performing art, the dance show incorporates modern trends. Pay attention to the kimono designs, which have been arranged in a contemporary style.
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Private workshop and Japanese style dance show in Nikko

By Nikko Momijiza
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Overview

Why not combine your visit to World Heritage site with a special experience of traditional performing arts?
Discover Taishu Engeki through our workshops, offering two unique experiences.

  1. Dance Performance and Costume Makeup Workshop

Enjoy a 40-minute dance show followed by a 60-minute workshop where actors teach distinctive eye makeup techniques and provide the opportunity to try on theatrical costumes. Experience the artistry behind Taishu Engeki performances. One person will have the chance to try on kimono and makeup.

  1. Dance Performance and Fan skills Workshop

Enjoy a 40-minute dance performance and join a 60-minute workshop focused on traditional Japanese dance fans. Each participant receives a dance fan and learns fan skills from the actors, gaining insight into the elegance and precision of Taishu Engeki.

Please make your reservation at least 2 weeks in advance. Please wait for a reply after making the reservation to see if the reservation has been accepted.

Activity location

  • Nikko Momijiza
    • 3-3 Yasukawacho
    • 321-1432, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nikko Momijiza
    • 3-3 Yasukawacho
    • 321-1432, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedIn the dance technique workshop using fans, each participant will have their own fan.
  • What's includedWhat's includedTaishu-Engeki Japanese Dance Show (40 minutes) & Kimono or Fan technique Workshop(1 hour)
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide and language In-person: English
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedBeverages can be purchased at vending machines. There are no snacks or food for sale.

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and toddlers can enter for free, but the workshops are not suitable for them. They are also not eligible for the fan gift. They may use any available seats.

Activity itinerary

Nikko Momijiza
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy a 40-minute dance show with a 20-min break and a 60-min dance workshop. Experience a lively and glamorous traditional performing art called "Taishu Engeki" which is different from Kabuki. The performers are traveling actors who move to different locations every 1-2 months to put on shows. In addition to traditional Japanese songs, they also perform dances to recent hit songs and Western music. A) 60-minute workshop of kimono dressing and makeup - a representative from the audience will experience kimono dressing and makeup on stage while others can enjoy a Q&A session. You can inquire about behind-the-scenes details that are usually unseen, take commemorative photos. B) 60-minute workshop on dance techniques using traditional Japanese fans - Everyone will receive a traditional dance fan as a gift. The actors will teach you dance techniques using the fans, while also sharing stories about their lives and performances. You can take commemorative photos and get your fan signed.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESNikko Momijiza
    • 3-3 Yasukawacho
    • 321-1432, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLENikko Momijiza
    • 3-3 Yasukawacho
    • 321-1432, Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan

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