Osaka Prefectural Archive of Kamigata Comedy and Performing Arts, Museum dedicated to Kamigata comedy and performing arts in Namba-Sennichimae, Japan.
This specialized institution spans over 2,350 square meters and houses extensive collections of scripts, costumes, photographs, and audio-visual recordings documenting traditional Japanese comedic arts.
Established on November 15, 1996, the archive was created to preserve centuries-old performing traditions that originated in the Kyoto-Osaka region during the Edo period.
The museum showcases traditional comedic forms including rakugo storytelling, manzai comedy duos, kodan narrative performances, and other theatrical arts that define Osaka's entertainment heritage.
The facility operates from 10:00 to 18:00 with last admission at 17:30, closing on Mondays and during New Year holidays from December 29 to January 3.
The archive features rare recordings of legendary performers and realistic street recreations from the Taisho and Showa eras, offering immersive experiences of historical Osaka urban life.
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