Watch kabuki at Kabuki-za
Japan's best-known traditional theatre art with gorgeous costumesKabuki is one of the most recognised Japanese classical theatre arts involving singing and dancing. It’s known for its extroverted liveliness. Kabuki is performed in a highly stylised manner involving eye-catching costumes, dramatic makeup and extravagant wigs, as well as the exaggerated actions of its performers. Another feature of a kabuki performance is that it’s usually just part of a story but not the entire one. The performance is in Japanese with English subtitles.
1. Visit this grand building in Ginza for a beautiful traditional Japanese theatre performance.
2. A runway cuts through the seating area, offering great close-up views of performers in traditional costuming.
3. Extravagant make-up and magnificent costumes make performances iconic. Remember, red make-up usually means it’s a hero!
4. Apart from vibrant costumes and vivid make-up, beautifully detailed backdrops leave a strong impression.
5. Many kabuki plays are about love or historical vendettas, full of high drama.
