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Enjoy neoclassical performing arts with all five senses in the space of the former Honno-ji Temple of the Oda Nobunaga era. Fusion of traditional performing arts x projection mapping - a new side of traditional performing arts from Kyoto to the world.
At the studio and space "Kyoto Creative Garage" built in the historic location of the "Honnoji Incident", you can enjoy events that effectively use projection mapping such as neoclassical performing arts, creative kyogen by Imami and the sound of the shamisen, and "Honnoji Incident" revived with commentary by Mr. Wakamura of "Rakutabi".
Includes flower moon cakes and Japanese black tea by the tea shop cafe "MANDARACHA" in Miyagawacho.
[Contents]
Doors open at 17:30
Tea provided by MANDARACHA
Start at 18:00
Talk session with Imami and MK Ethnopunk hosted by Rakutabi Wakamura
Original Kyogen by Imami, with performances of "Nobunaga", "Amanohashidate", and "Shinsengumi" and shamisen performance by MK Ethnopunk
Closing at 20:00
(After 20:00, "Creative Garage" will operate as a bar)
[About Kyoto Creative Garage]
A space used for various purposes such as various events, studios, exhibitions, and pop-ups, where up-and-coming artists who will create the next generation gather. The possibilities are endless, such as new ways to utilize tourism resources such as "traditional culture" x "creation".
[Performer introduction]
・Ryo Wakamura of "Rakutabi" (host/host) He has been involved in tourism business specializing in Kyoto since he was a university student. In April 2006, he founded Rakutabi Co., Ltd., and currently promotes the charms of Kyoto through various cultural courses, lectures at events, and appearances on radio and television.
・Imami (creative kyogen) In Kyoto, he promotes "traditional performing arts from the Reiwa era," and creates new kyogen and dance pieces based on themes such as classical repertoire and modern culture and works such as Mt. Fuji, Amabie, and fireworks. He also plays a role in connecting local and classical performing arts groups in various regions, and is working to develop successors and discover performers.
・MK Ethnopunk (shamisen) A folk music scholar, musician, and artist from Slovakia. His main instruments are the traditional instrument of his country, the huja, and the Japanese shamisen. He has performed with many musicians from around the world in Japan, India, Australia, and European countries.
・MANDARACHA (serves flower moon cakes and Japanese black tea) A tea shop cafe in Miyagawacho. Located just a few minutes from Kenninji Temple, which was founded by Zen Master Eisai, who promoted tea cultivation in Japan, MANDARACHA is a tasteful teahouse that combines old and new Japanese architectural styles, such as Juraku walls, bamboo, washi paper, cedar, and Zen gardens. They serve tea made from carefully selected tea leaves from all over the country and Japanese sweets made from plants, and also hold events such as workshops and seminars. Nicolau Alexandre founded MANDARACHA to spread the culture and charm of tea to the world. He is originally from Grenoble, France. He majored in chemistry. He specializes in innovation and open collaboration models.
Basic information Date: Sunday, February 23, 2025 (National Holiday) Organizer: Shinami Time: 18:00-20:00 (Approximately 2 hours)
Location: Kyoto Creative Garage 419-2 Ikesucho, Nishinotoin-dori Rokkaku-shita, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto 604-8216
Access: 7-minute walk from Karasuma Station on the Hankyu Kyoto Line 7-minute walk from Shijo Station on the Karasuma Subway Line (Take a right turn at Exit 24 for both)
City bus: Approximately 5-minute walk from Horikawa Takoyakushi bus stop and Shijo Nishinotoin bus stop
Website: https://kyoto-creative-garage.studio
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