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The 36th Toshima Noh Performance: Youkai and Spirits

The Toshima Mirai Cultural Foundation, located in Toshima Ward, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce the return of the 36th Toshima Noh Performance after a three-year hiatus. This event serves as a special commemorative project celebrating the foundation's 40th anniversary and will take place in the historic Yarai Noh Theatre, an important cultural asset designated by the country.

Since its inception in 1988, the Toshima Noh Performance has captivated audiences every year until 2022 and is now set to make a grand comeback. The theme for this year's program is “Youkai and Spirits,” immersing guests in a world filled with myth and folklore. Noh and Kyogen performances bring to life characters such as the comedic “Mushi no Sei” (Spirit of the Mosquito) and “Kani no Sei” (Spirit of the Crab), as well as the legendary figures of Tamamo-no-Mae and Kurama Tengu.

The afternoon session features the powerful performance of Sesshōseki (The Killing Stone) with special staging elements highlighting the Hakuto (White Head), ensuring a unique experience for viewers. The evening session showcases Kurama Tengu, with appearances by local elementary school students, showcasing the next generation of talent eager to shine on stage.

This performance promises to be a rich tapestry of diverse youkai (monsters) and spirits, presenting an opportunity for attendees to enjoy an unforgettable cultural experience.

Event Details

• - Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026

- Afternoon Performance: 1:00 PM (Doors open at 12:30 PM)
- Evening Performance: 5:00 PM (Doors open at 4:30 PM)

• - Venue: Yarai Noh Theatre, 60 Yarai-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Program Schedule

• - Afternoon Performance:

- Kyogen: Mushi no Suberi (Mosquito Wrestling)
- Noh: Sesshōseki: Hakuto (The Killing Stone: White Head)

• - Evening Performance:

- Kyogen: Kani Yama Bushi (Crab Yamabushi)
- Noh: Kurama Tengu

Note: Each performance will feature program explanations.

Cast highlights include:

• - Kanze Kiyomasa
• - Fukuwaki Kazuyuki
• - Noguchi Nohiro
• - Nomura Manzō
• - Nomura Manjō, among others. (Please note that the cast may vary between the performances)

Ticket Information

Tickets are now on sale and are reserved seating with a replacement system for afternoon and evening sessions:

• - S Seat (Front Row):

- General: ¥4,800
- Toshima Residents Discount: ¥4,500
- Students: ¥2,000
- Combination Ticket: ¥8,800

• - A Seat (Middle):

- General: ¥4,300
- Toshima Residents Discount: ¥4,000
- Students: ¥1,500
- Combination Ticket: ¥7,800

Conditions: Entry is not permitted for preschool children. Student tickets are available for attendees under 25 with necessary identification (student card). Discounts for Toshima residents and combination tickets are exclusively available at the Toshima Ticket Center.

How to Buy Tickets:

• - Toshima Ticket Center

- Phone: 0570-056-777 (10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed on Holidays)
- Online: Toshima Ticket Center (24/7)
- In-person: 1F Toshima Community Center (10:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Closed on Holidays)
- Address: 1-20-10 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima Ward

• - E-Plus

- Online: E-Plus
- In-store: FamilyMart

Event Organized By:

• - Toshima Mirai Cultural Foundation and Toshima Ward

For any inquiries regarding this release, please contact the Project Planning Group of Tokyo Mirai Cultural Foundation at: 03-3590-7118 (Weekdays 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM).