Shinjuku Suehirotei

Shinjuku Suehirotei features wooden architecture with traditional lanterns mounted on wooden plates throughout the performance hall, creating a setting for Japanese entertainment traditions.

Founded in 1897, this theater was rebuilt after a fire in 1921 and stands as the sole wooden structure in Tokyo designated specifically for yose performances.

The venue presents rakugo performances where solo artists narrate stories while seated, employing only a paper fan and hand towel to portray multiple characters.

Located one minute from Shinjuku Sanchome Station, the theater offers daily shows from noon until 4:30 PM and evening performances from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Every Saturday at 9:30 PM, the theater hosts Midnight Yose sessions featuring four emerging rakugo performers, maintaining this tradition for over 100 years.

Location: Shinjuku

Inception: 1897

Address: 東京都新宿区新宿3-6-12

Website: https://suehirotei.com

GPS coordinates: 35.69117,139.70581

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59