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Bunkamura's Cultural Lineup for the Second Half of 2026

Since its opening in 1989, Bunkamura, a multi-faceted cultural facility in Shibuya, Tokyo, has been a hub for various cultural and artistic expressions. Despite ongoing renovations resulting in the full closing of the entire facility on January 4, 2027, the Orchard Hall continues to operate on Sundays and public holidays. Looking ahead, Bunkamura is committed to presenting an exciting range of cultural and artistic initiatives throughout the second half of 2026 not just in Shibuya but also in other areas including Shinjuku and Yokohama.

Music and Dance Events

Within the music and dance program, Bunkamura will host several notable performances:

1. Marcos Joruri's "Kinkakuji"
Date: August 29 – September 6, 2026
Venue: Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Playhouse
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2. Keigo Mutokawa & Kōsuke Hisakata: Pianos' Conversation 2026
Date: September 6, 2026
Venue: Bunkamura Orchard Hall
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3. Special Future Masters Concert 2026
Date: November 3, 2026
Venue: Bunkamura Orchard Hall
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4. Chamber Music Festival AGIO vol.4 by Dai Miyata & Koichi Yokomizo
Date: November 13-15, 2026
Venue: Hamadayama Asahi Hall
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5. Nihon Symphony Orchestra's Regular Concert Series in Yokohama
Dates: November 23, 2026; April 29, 2027; July 4, 2027
Venue: Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall
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6. MET JAZZ TOKYO: DAY 0
Date: November 29, 2026
Venue: Bunkamura Orchard Hall
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7. Masaru Ozono Christmas Jazz Night 2026
Dates: December 19-20, 2026
Venue: Bunkamura Orchard Hall

8. Tokyo Philharmonic New Year Concert 2027
Dates: January 2-3, 2027
Venue: Bunkamura Orchard Hall

Theater Productions

Various theater performances will be taking place as well:

1. Musical "Lion THE LION-BEAT"
Date: October 4-20, 2026
Venue: THEATER MILANO-Za
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2. DISCOVER WORLD THEATRE vol.17: "Glengarry Glen Ross"
Date: November 6-30, 2026
Venue: IMM THEATER
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3. Special Ensemble Days: "They Also Have Names"
Dates: December 19-20, 2026
Venue: Bunkamura Theatre Cocoon
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Art Exhibitions

Bunkamura will also showcase a series of captivating art exhibitions:

1. Miracle of Vision: Adventures of Japanese Female Photographers
Date: July 4 – August 26, 2026 (open daily)
Venue: Hikarie Hall
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2. 120th Anniversary of Paul Cézanne's Death: Marie Roji Exhibition
Date: September 4-14, 2026

3. Art by Side II
Venue: Two sessions from September 19-24, and September 26 - October 4, 2026
(Closed for transition on September 25)

4. Yu Seto Exhibition - CIRCULATION 2
Date: October 23 – November 8, 2026

5. Upcoming Exhibitions
Exhibitions are scheduled through January 2027, including works from various artists like Akiko Sumiyoshi and others.

Film Screenings

Also, movie enthusiasts can look forward to:

1. "The Voice of Hindu Raja Bhupala" starting September 4, 2026
2. "Monet: Time Travel" beginning September 18, 2026
3. "A Room with a View (4K)" starting September 25, 2026
4. "Pompeii: Living Under the Clouds" from October 2, 2026
5. "Blue Heron" available starting October 23, 2026
6. "Silent Friend" screening from December 4, 2026

As Bunkamura continues evolving, this period presents an opportunity to rethink the experiences it offers, remaining focused on creating and sharing moving cultural arts with audiences while expanding its outreach. Stay tuned for these exciting cultural events and more as Bunkamura leads the way in enriching Tokyo's cultural landscape.