National Noh Theatre

The National Noh Theatre is a theater in Sendagaya that presents performances of Noh drama and Kyogen comedy throughout the year. The stage is constructed from 400-year-old cypress wood and holds 591 seats for audiences.

The theater was established in 1983 under the direction of architect Hiroshi Ōe and created a permanent home for traditional Japanese theatrical forms. The opening marked a turning point in preserving these centuries-old performance traditions.

The stage presents traditional stories through masked performers who combine poetry, music, and deliberate movements to convey deep emotional and spiritual themes. Visitors experience how this art form expresses feelings that go beyond words.

The theater is located five minutes from Sendagaya Station and is easy to reach. Tickets can be reserved through the website or by telephone.

The building's architecture was specially designed to support the acoustic requirements of traditional Japanese instruments and vocal techniques. This carefully considered design allows audiences to fully experience the subtle sounds and tones.

Location: Sendagaya

Inception: 1983

Architects: Hiroshi Ōe

Official opening: 1983

Capacity: 591

Website: https://ntj.jac.go.jp/nou.html

GPS coordinates: 35.68028,139.70814

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:49