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Kokumin Kyosai Coop Cultural Festival 2026

The eagerly anticipated Kokumin Kyosai Coop Cultural Festival 2026 is scheduled to commence on March 18, 2026, and will run until April 13, 2026, held at the Kokumin Kyosai Coop Hall / Space Zero in Shibuya, Tokyo. This year marks a continuation of a rich tradition started in 1992, focusing on fostering a love for quality culture and the arts in children and families.

Under the leadership of President Akikazu Uchikoshi of the National Laborers’ Mutual Aid Association, the festival is driven by the desire to expose children and their families to enriching cultural experiences. The festival will showcase a variety of artistic performances including musicals, theater, and dance with five selected works throughout the festival's duration.

Schedule of Performances

1. March 18 (Wed) - March 22 (Sun)
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Performance Title: “Subekaraku, Ippo Susumu”
This uplifting work encourages taking steps forward in life.

2. March 25 (Wed) - March 29 (Sun)
Tom Project Production
Performance Title: “Karaoke Man Wandering Helper”
A compelling one-man play featuring actor Toshiaki Kazama.

3. April 1 (Wed) - April 5 (Sun)
Shonen Shachu × Hochikisu
Performance Title: “The Town that Protects the Sky”
A thought-provoking play focusing on community and environmental themes.

4. April 11 (Sat) - April 12 (Sun)
Handles × Condors 3rd STEP
Performance Title: “I Want To Hold Your Hand”
An artistic exploration of human connections.

5. April 13 (Mon)
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Event Theme: “The World of New Rakugo Stories You Want to Hear Now”
Experience the art of storytelling in its contemporary form.

Venue Information

The festival will be held at the Kokumin Kyosai Coop Hall / Space Zero, which is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku Station's South Exit. The address is 2-12-10 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, 151-0053, Japan. For more details regarding the performances, you can visit the official homepage: Kokumin Kyosai Coop Festival.

About Kokumin Kyosai Coop

Kokumin Kyosai Coop, officially known as the National Laborers’ Mutual Aid Association, was established in September 1957. The concept of Kyosai, meaning mutual aid, embodies the philosophy of coming together to support one another in times of need. As society faces challenges such as declining birth rates and natural disasters, Kokumin Kyosai Coop is committed to building a richer and more secure society through its mutual support principles.

Learn more about their journey and philosophy at: Kokumin Kyosai Coop Journey