Special Japanese Culture Concert at Nagoya Castle.
We are pleased to announce the luxury experience "Nagoya Castle Premium Concert "Rie Asai’s Mythological Tale" produced by the world-famous koto artist "Rie Asai". & Experience Japanese Traditional Instruments.It will bring a new innovation to inbound tourism in Nagoya.
This new service, which will be launched in the spring of 2025 from the "Kujaku-no-Ma" of the Honmaru Palace of Nagoya Castle, one of Japan's three most famous castles, will provide the world with authentic luxury experiences by leading artists of traditional Japanese culture with the theme of "art and sustainability".
Set in the Kujaku-no-Ma of the Honmaru Palace of Nagoya Castle, one of Japan's three most famous castles, the "Amano Iwato" written in the Kojiki will be narrated by Rie Asai and performed with traditional instruments such as not only the koto but also the shamisen, sho, and kagura bells, and will be entirely in English. It is an experience program that allows overseas visitors to enjoy while gaining a deeper understanding of Japanese traditional culture.
This is Japan’s first ever special stage event designed specifically for international guests.
Enjoy a unique theatrical performance featuring traditional Japanese musical instruments, the koto, sho, sangen, and kagura bells, accompanied by storytelling.
The performance is based on the Japanese myth “Ama no Iwato”a tale that symbolizes happiness and good fortune.
You’ll also have the opportunity to interact with the performing artists and try playing the koto and kagura bells yourself.
We invite you to an amazing experience!
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to connect with Japan’s musical heritage in an unforgettable way!
Overview
| Date and Time | Thursday, June 26th 13:30-15:00 (90 minutes) [Doors open 13:00] |
| Place | Nagoya Castle Honmaru Palace Peacock Room Flower |
| Capacity | Limited to 20 people |
| Sponsored by | Nagoya City Nagoya City Board of Education |
| Contact Us | Organizer: Koto Chikage Email: rieasai@gmail.com Nagoya Office: 080-4833-1211 |
