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Experience the Heartbeat of Folk Performing Arts at Toshima 2025

The Toshima Future Cultural Foundation, led by Chairman Naoto Aiba, is thrilled to announce the upcoming event "Folk Performing Arts in Toshima 2025" set to take place on October 25, 2025. This exciting gathering will be held at the GLOBAL RING THEATRE, located in Ikebukuro's Nishiguchi Park.

Participants can expect an exhilarating display that combines strength and depth, embodying the rich traditions of folk performance art. This event aims to resonate with audiences, transcending time and connecting people through the vibrant heartbeat of folk culture.

Event Highlights

• - Date & Time: Saturday, October 25, 2025, starting at 14:30 (doors open at 14:00). The event will continue in rainy weather, though it will be canceled in case of extreme weather conditions.
• - Admission: Free entry with no reservations required. All seats will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Location

The event will take place at the GLOBAL RING THEATRE, located at 1-8-26 Nishikebukuro, Toshima City, Tokyo. This scenic outdoor venue is perfect for enjoying the dynamic performances planned for the day.

Performance Details

The program is set to feature a variety of amazing showcases, including:

• - Nagazaki Lion Dance from the Nagazaki Shishi Ren, a designated intangible cultural asset of Toshima Ward.
• - Fujiwara Hayashi performed by the Fujiwara Hayashi Renchu, celebrating the local folk arts and their cultural significance.
• - The Lantern-Powered Ritual of the Zoshigaya Kannon, organized by the Zoshigaya Kannon Association, bringing together community traditions.

Additionally, audiences will be treated to live music performances that incorporate the traditional Tsugaru Shamisen instrument. Talented artists will blend various musical genres, including local folk songs and pop music, creating a lively atmosphere that will surely captivate the audience.

Performances will include:

• - Tsugaru Shamisen × Pop Band - CHiLi GiRL (Shino Mai Kawashima Project)
• - Tsugaru Shamisen & Folk Songs - Shino Mai Kawashima

The event is committed to preserving Japanese folk arts while also making them accessible to a broader audience via subsequent broadcasts on their YouTube channel.

Additional Information

The "Folk Performing Arts in Toshima 2025" is organized by the Toshima Future Cultural Foundation with the planning and production carried out by the All Japan Folk Performing Arts Association. This enriching experience is supported by the 2023 Cultural Agency Foundation Creation Project.

For those interested in attending or seeking further information, please reach out to the planning group of the Toshima Future Cultural Foundation by phone at 03-3590-7118, available on weekdays from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Join us for this extraordinary celebration of culture, and immerse yourself in the pulsating rhythm of Japan's folk performing arts!