Traditional Drum
和太鼓 — Wadaiko
Powerful resonance and dynamic movement. The wadaiko opens the grand stage with traditional technique and thrilling rhythm.
Ninja & Kabuki, on one stage
About the Show
Two of the traditions Japan is most proud of — ninja and kabuki — meet in a single, close-range live performance in the heart of Shinjuku Kabukicho. Here is the story, the four stage elements, the people behind it and the cast you'll meet.
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STORY
This is a story of two ninjas, spun since ancient times. A goddess descended from the heavens to entrust a peace-bringing sword to "Dragon" (the White Ninja), but his enemy "Tiger" (the Black Ninja), who knew of it, attacked and stole the sword. In despair, Dragon falls in love with a courtesan — the goddess's incarnation — yet rises to face his mission and fights once more to reclaim the blade.
Four elements of the stage
What you'll see on stage — the ninja and kabuki culture experience in Tokyo
Sword Fight
殺陣 — Tate
Kabuki stage-fighting fused with modern action — honed technique and dynamic motion create an overwhelming performance; a new beauty of bushido.
Traditional Dance
日本舞踊 — Nihon Buyo
Stillness and motion, handed down through refined technique and expression. Elegant costumes, sophisticated movement — the allure of Japanese dance.
Experience
体験 — Taiken
A special program where guests actually try ninja movement (tate) — from how to hold the sword to basic choreography and the final "mie" pose — taught directly by real stage performers.
Kabuki Hayashikata (Musician) · Director
Denjiro Tanaka VII
Denjiro Tanaka — kabuki hayashi musician and director
A kabuki musician born in 1977, who first stepped on stage at the age of three in a Noh piece. Son of Living National Treasure Tadao Kamei (Noh otsuzumi) and the Tanaka-ryu kabuki-hayashi lineage. Studied Noh drum, kabuki hayashi and Noh chant under masters; succeeded to the name "Denjiro Tanaka VII" in November 1994. He handles the sakuchō (musical composition) for kabuki and kyogen, has composed for many Ichikawa Ennosuke, Super Kabuki and revived-kabuki productions, and also produces stage works.
Our Producer
Japan Ninja Council
The world's only official ninja organization composed of local governments, universities and tourism associations, promoting Japanese ninja culture worldwide through research and tourism.
CHARACTERS
The heroes, the villain and the ninja who bring the legend to life.
Goddess of Light
Goddess of the Sun
White Ninja "Dragon"
White Ninja "Dragon"
Black Ninja "Tiger"
Black Ninja "Tiger"
Action Ninja
Action Ninja
Acrobat Ninja
Acrobat Ninja
Wadaiko Ninja
Wadaiko Ninja
PRICE
Price per adult
¥7,000
Best Rate ¥6,500 (approx. $42)
Best Rate Guarantee when you book directly on the official site. Children 6 and under are free.
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