Kimono Rental and Town Stroll in Romantic Otaru

Kimono dressing experience

Reviewed by: Fion Chan

I was invited by my friend to try this Kimono dressing experience for the first time ever in my life. It was a wonderful experience and we have had a great time. When we went into the shop from the very cold environment of about -2 degree Celsius, the shop was extremely warm to us and the staff was very nice to gave us welcome greeting as well as a bit of chat which made me feel very comfortable. I was very excited to see all the beautiful Kimono and things in the shop. The setting is wonderful and it was like a local japanese house. We set the hair by ourselves and the staff therefore gave us recommendations acoording to the colour of our head ornament. That was really kind and sweet of her. I have to admit that it was really hard to choose one as many of them are just so beautiful and you can never decide. I really appreciate her patient on me as it did took a bit of time to choose one indeed. I took her recommendations and picked a red Kimono to put on myself while my friend chose a white one with some pink flowers on it. The staff helped us to dress in the Kimono in a long series of step. I don't think I can do all the steps by myself and thanks to this skillful nice staff, we wore the Kimono like a local japanese in the end. This nice staff even allowed us to record and take pictures during the time when she helped us to dress in the Kimono. We both look very pretty and beautiful in the Kimono. We were very happy with our look and tried to go out from the shop. There was a bit of rain when we were going out from the shop to outside in order to take some photos. The sweet staff therefore rented us two pretty umbrellas in the japanese style for us to protect us from the rain as well as taking more beautiful pictures with the pretty Japanese umbrellas. In the end, we had lots of great memories built and recorded, in the glorious white winter with a bit of rain and snow. Thank you very much for offering us the memorable experience to make our trip more perfect.

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A comedic kyogen event full of laughter. 笑いたっぷりの狂言イベント

Reviewed by: みなみん

This time, I was invited by a friend to my first Kyogen Lounge! I hadn't seen Kyogen since my elementary school field trip... I was a bit nervous, not knowing there was a Kyogen stage right in the heart of Shibuya, but when I arrived, I saw stylish people enjoying drinks in front of the stage with a glass of wine in hand. There was an older gentleman in a kimono DJing, and the fusion of traditional and modern created a really fun atmosphere.

In front of the stage, the performers humorously explained Kyogen. They were so approachable, almost like comedians. In the opening act, someone from a theater troupe performed, and it was really entertaining! It felt well-crafted and thought out.

As for the Kyogen itself, they explained the story beforehand, so I had a good understanding of what was happening. Even though it uses old language, it's still Japanese, so if you listen closely, you can grasp almost all of the story, which is reassuring.

I signed up for the backstage tour through Veltra because I heard it was exclusive to Veltra after the performance. The staff kindly guided us through in order. The details are a secret, haha. It seems they have different performances each time, so I’d love to bring my foreign friends and come again!

今回は友人に誘われ初の狂言ラウンジへ！狂言は小学校の社会科見学以来・・・
渋谷のど真ん中に狂言の舞台があったなんて知らず、ちょっと緊張していきましたが、
会場についてみるとワインを片手に持ったオシャレな人たちが、舞台前のドリンクを楽しんでいました。着物を着たおじさんがＤＪを回していたり、和と洋が融合してとても楽しい雰囲気でした。

舞台前には出演者がおもしろおかしく狂言を説明してくれました。まるでお笑い芸人のようで
本当に親しみやすかったです。前座では、どこかの劇団の方がでてらっしゃってそれがまたおもしろい！よく練って作られているな～という感じでした。
狂言そのものも、事前にストーリーを説明してくれるのでだいたいわかります。昔の言葉とはいっても日本語。よーく聞いていればほぼお話の内容はわかるので安心ですよ。

今回ベルトラで申し込んだのは、公演後のバックヤードツアーはベルトラ限定だと聞いたからです。お付きの方が順番に中を丁寧に案内してくれました。詳細は内緒です笑
毎回違う演目をやっているようなので、外国人の友人も連れてもう一度来たいなと思いました。

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【着物レンタル】 ロマンあふれる小樽の街並みを難しい珍しい色合いを持っている合成素材にはない質感と美しさを伝統的な正絹の着物をお楽しみください。＜小樽市＞

着物の着付け体験 Kimono dressing experience

Reviewed by: Fion Chan

私は友人に初めての着物体験に誘われました。それは素晴らしい経験で、私たちはとても楽しい時間を過ごしました。外の氷点下2度の寒い環境から店に入ると、店内は非常に暖かく、スタッフの方々が歓迎の挨拶をしてくれ、少しおしゃべりもしてくれたので、とてもリラックスできました。店内には美しい着物やさまざまなものがたくさんあり、とても興奮しました。設定も素晴らしく、まるで地元の日本家屋のようでした。私たちは自分たちで髪をセットし、スタッフが私たちの頭飾りの色に合わせておすすめをしてくれました。それは本当に親切で素敵なことでした。多くの着物が美しすぎて、選ぶのが本当に難しかったことを認めざるを得ません。選ぶのに少し時間がかかってしまった私に、彼女の忍耐に感謝しています。彼女のおすすめを受けて、私は赤い着物を選び、友人はピンクの花があしらわれた白い着物を選びました。スタッフは、着物を着るための一連の手順を手伝ってくれました。すべてのステップを自分でできるとは思えませんでしたが、技術のある親切なスタッフのおかげで、最終的には地元の日本人のように着物を着ることができました。この素敵なスタッフは、着物を着せている間に私たちが録画や写真を撮ることも許可してくれました。私たちは着物を着てとても美しく見えました。自分たちの姿にとても満足し、店から出ようとしました。外に出ると少し雨が降っていました。そこで、可愛い日本風の傘を2本貸してくれ、雨から守ってくれるだけでなく、美しい日本の傘でより素敵な写真を撮ることができました。最終的に、少しの雨と雪の中で、素晴らしい白い冬の思い出をたくさん作り、記録しました。この素晴らしい体験を提供してくださり、私たちの旅行をより完璧にしてくださったことに心から感謝します。

I was invited by my friend to try this Kimono dressing experience for the first time ever in my life. It was a wonderful experience and we have had a great time. When we went into the shop from the very cold environment of about -2 degree Celsius, the shop was extremely warm to us and the staff was very nice to gave us welcome greeting as well as a bit of chat which made me feel very comfortable. I was very excited to see all the beautiful Kimono and things in the shop. The setting is wonderful and it was like a local japanese house. We set the hair by ourselves and the staff therefore gave us recommendations acoording to the colour of our head ornament. That was really kind and sweet of her. I have to admit that it was really hard to choose one as many of them are just so beautiful and you can never decide. I really appreciate her patient on me as it did took a bit of time to choose one indeed. I took her recommendations and picked a red Kimono to put on myself while my friend chose a white one with some pink flowers on it. The staff helped us to dress in the Kimono in a long series of step. I don't think I can do all the steps by myself and thanks to this skillful nice staff, we wore the Kimono like a local japanese in the end. This nice staff even allowed us to record and take pictures during the time when she helped us to dress in the Kimono. We both look very pretty and beautiful in the Kimono. We were very happy with our look and tried to go out from the shop. There was a bit of rain when we were going out from the shop to outside in order to take some photos. The sweet staff therefore rented us two pretty umbrellas in the japanese style for us to protect us from the rain as well as taking more beautiful pictures with the pretty Japanese umbrellas. In the end, we had lots of great memories built and recorded, in the glorious white winter with a bit of rain and snow. Thank you very much for offering us the memorable experience to make our trip more perfect.

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Cruise was good, but there was no English translation

Reviewed by: Luanne

The guides on the boat only spoke Japanese, so we had no idea what we were looking at or what they were saying. They did a lot of speaking. Even ordering plum wine was a challenge. I feel that they should have had some narration for non-Japanese speaking people. What we saw was very pretty and the food was very good, so the only complaint is language problem.

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First experience 初体験

Reviewed by: こんどう

It was my first time experiencing Kyogen, and I really enjoyed it. However, I arrived early and sat in a good spot, but for some reason, I was moved, which was disappointing. It seemed like a group related to someone in the performance.

狂言自体、始めてで、本当に楽しめました。
ただ、早めに会場入りして、見やすい席に座っていたのですが、なぜか移動させられ残念でした。身内？の団体さんのようでした。

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Easily enjoyable traditional performing arts. 気軽に楽しめる伝統芸能

Reviewed by: sayo

My first experience with Kyogen with a friend. I thought it would be just right for beginners since it’s said to be easy to enjoy, so I decided to participate.

The duration is set for two hours, with the following schedule:
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM: Time to enjoy drinks and light snacks
8:00 PM: Explanation by the performers
8:15 PM: Skits by the troupe members
8:30 PM: Performance of Kyogen

Upon arriving at the venue, I checked in and spent an hour enjoying wine until the show started. (I didn’t realize that I could take my seat right after checking in, so I was absentmindedly drinking wine and by the time I noticed, the seats directly in front of the stage were all taken. It would have been helpful if they had informed me about the seating during check-in.)

I entered the venue when they announced, “Five minutes until showtime.” I was impressed by the beautiful and grand stage when the performers appeared. They provided an explanation about Kyogen with some humor. Next was a skit by the troupe members, which was a modern take on today’s performance, interwoven with interesting facts about Kyogen.

Finally, the main performance began. Thanks to the explanation by the performers and the skit by the troupe members, I was able to understand the storyline and enjoy the Kyogen even as a beginner.

After the performance, I had the opportunity to take photos with the performers and even participated in a backstage tour, which was pleasantly low-key for a traditional performing art.

友人と初めての狂言。
気軽に楽しめるとのことなので、初心者にはちょうど良いかなと思い、参加することにしました。

所要時間２時間となっていますが、
19:00〜20:00はドリンクや軽食を楽しむ時間
20:00〜演者さんによる解説
20:15〜劇団員さんによるコント
20:30〜狂言の上演
という感じの時間配分でした。

会場に到着して、受付を済ませて、ワインをいただきながら開演時間までの1時間を過ごしました。（受付を済ませ次第、席を取っても良いということを知らず、ぼんやりとワインを飲んでいたので、気づいた時には舞台正面の席は満席になっていました。受付の時に、席のことを教えていただけるとありがたかったです。）

「開演時間5分前です」というお声がかかり、会場に入りました。美しく立派な舞台に感心していると、演者さんが登場。笑いを交えて、狂言についての解説をしてくださいました。
続いて、劇団員さんによるコント。今日の演目を現代版にした内容に、狂言の豆知識を織り交ぜたコントでした。
そして、いよいよ本編。演者さんの解説と、劇団員さんによるコントのおかげで、あらすじを理解した上で狂言を観ることができるので、初心者でも楽しむことができました。

上演終了後には、演者さんと写真を撮らせていただいたり、バックヤードツアーもしていただいたりと、いい意味で伝統芸能らしからぬ敷居の低さでした。

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It was a stylish time. おしゃれな時間でした

Reviewed by: ライチョウ

This was my second time experiencing Kyogen, and I enjoyed it very much.

In the lounge before it started, there were many stylish guests. Some were in kimonos, while others were dressed in leather pants or mini skirts. I was able to enjoy the pleasant music and white wine, which created a mysterious atmosphere before the performance.

Once inside the Noh theater, the performers provided a clear and very interesting explanation of how to enjoy the show. I had prepared myself to sit up straight and watch seriously, thinking it would be stiff and formal, but I was relieved to hear that it was simply about having fun.

The actual Kyogen was easy to understand, and before I knew it, it was over while I was laughing. I definitely want to see it again!

狂言は2度目でしたが、とても楽しめました。

始まる前のラウンジには、おしゃれなお客様がいっぱい。着物の方もいれば、皮のパンツで決めている方やミニスカートの女子なども。心地よい音楽と白ワインで狂言前の不思議な雰囲気を味わえました。

能楽堂に入ると、楽しみ方の説明が演者の方から直接あります。わかりやすくとっても面白い！堅くて真面目なイメージなので、居住まいを正して観なくてはと構えていましたが、ただ楽しんで、ということでしたのでホッとしました。

実際の狂言は、内容もわかりやすく笑っているうちにあっという間でした。また是非見に行きたいなと、思います。

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Casual Kyogen 気軽に狂言

Reviewed by: きのこ

As I passed through the door, I was greeted by the vibrant stage of the kyogen performance. It was huge! So close! I could feel the excitement building, knowing something amazing was about to begin.

Before the show started, the performers casually shared the story of today's program and explained the kyogen language. Their encouraging words, "Don't worry about what you don't understand!" gave me courage. There was absolutely no stiffness; they made us laugh a lot and helped us relax.

Once the main performance began, the laid-back atmosphere transformed into something sharp and cool. As the show progressed, there were many moments that made me laugh out loud, and my first experience watching kyogen flew by in no time. If it’s like this, it might be nice to casually drop by after work.

扉をくぐると、狂言の舞台がドーン！と待ち受けておりました。
デカい！近い！これから何かすごいものが始まるぞーと、気分が高まります。

開演前に、演者さんがカジュアルな雰囲気で今日の演目のストーリーや狂言の言葉を教えてくれます。分からないところは気にするな！という力強いお言葉に勇気をもらいました。堅苦しさは全くなく、たくさん笑わせて、リラックスさせてくれます。

本番が始まると、さっきまでのゆるい感じが嘘のようにキリッとカッコイイ。その後、舞台が進むにつれ声を出して笑ってしまう場面が何度もあり、初めての狂言鑑賞はあっとゆう間でした。こうゆうのだったら仕事帰りに気軽に行けていいかも。

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The comedic movements are interesting. コミカルな動きが面白い

Reviewed by: オグリキャップ

The dialogue seems to be in Japanese from the Muromachi period. I can only understand half of it, but I can still follow the story. However! This means that if I were to time travel to the Sengoku period, I think almost no modern Japanese would be understood. I hereby declare that I have given up on developing a time machine.

セリフは室町時代の日本語らしいです。半分しか理解できませんがなんとかストーリーは追えます。しかし！と言う事は戦国時代にタイムスリップしたらほとんど今の日本語は通じないと思いました。今ここにタイムマシンを開発する事を諦めたのを宣言します。

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First Kyogen Performance 初めての狂言

Reviewed by: yuta

For me, who experienced kyogen for the first time, it was a very interesting event, and I enjoyed it a lot. What I liked first was the opening act by the theater group Enban Rider. This pre-show, which explained the basic knowledge of Noh theater through a skit modeled after the performance, allowed me to prepare for entering the world of kyogen while also relaxing and enjoying the show.

Additionally, it seems that the selected performances are likely chosen to be interesting even for beginners. I appreciated that the comedic moments were easy to understand.

The backstage tour was also very fascinating, as it allowed us to peek behind the scenes of the Noh stage, which is not something you can see often. The explanations were thorough, ensuring that any questions were addressed, which gave me a little insight into the traditional performing arts of Noh and kyogen and the environment in which they have developed.

If I were to be picky, I thought the club-like atmosphere might be unnecessary. I believe many young people could enjoy it even without that aspect.

However, I still think it was a great event that was entertaining and allowed for a relaxed interaction with traditional performing arts.

初めて狂言を鑑賞した私にとっても非常に面白いイベントで、とても楽しめました。まず気に入ったのが円盤ライダーという劇団の方々による前説です。今回の演目を模したコントで能舞台の基礎知識を説明する、この前説では狂言の世界に入り込む準備ができるとともに、肩の力を抜いて鑑賞できるという良さもありました。

また、おそらく演目も初心者が見ても面白いものを選択しているのでしょう。笑いどころが分かりやすいものが上演されていたのもありがたかったです。

バックヤードツアーもなかなか見ることができない能舞台の裏側をのぞくことができて非常に興味深かったです。何かあれば、しっかり痒いところまで手が届くような説明がされるので、能や狂言がどのような土壌で育ってきた伝統芸能かと言うことが少しだけわかった気がします。

欲を言えば、クラブ風にするのは蛇足かなあとも思いました。若い人もこれが無くても楽しめる人は多いだろうと思うからです。

しかし、やっぱり面白いし肩の力を抜いて伝統芸能に触れ合える、良いイベントだったと思います。

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A Kyogen Night Enjoyable for Beginners☆ 初心者でも楽しめる☆狂言ナイト

Reviewed by: Laugier

I arrived at the Noh Theatre 30 minutes before the performance. The lounge, bustling with guests, felt just like a party venue! The clever touch of using Hyakunin Isshu reading cards as drink tickets allowed me to enjoy some sparkling wine.

To ensure that even beginners could enjoy the experience, they provided explanations about the history of Kyogen and the stage before the performance, which was fascinating! Since Kyogen uses classical Japanese rather than modern language, it felt like listening to a foreign language, but thanks to the performers' gestures, vocal inflections, and speaking style, I was able to understand it to some extent.

This time, I had signed up for a backstage tour, which allowed me to sneak into areas usually off-limits to the public. Guided by an apprentice, I listened to explanations about the performers' waiting area, dressing rooms, and props, and even got to see a demonstration of how the curtains are opened and closed, making the tour even more engaging regarding Kyogen.

In this otherworldly space, I was able to spend a noble and stylish time, creating a memorable evening. It seems there will be regular performances next year, so I would love to attend again.

開演30分前に能楽堂に到着。お客さんで賑わうラウンジはまさにパーティー会場のよう♪
百人一首の読札がドリンク券というニクい演出で、スパークリングワインをいただきました。

初心者の人でも楽しめるよう、上演前に狂言の歴史や舞台を解説してくれますが、これがおもしろい！狂言自体は現代語ではなく古語を使うため、外国語を聞いているようでしたが、演者の所作、声の抑揚、話し方のおかげで、ある程度、理解することができました。

今回、バックヤードツアー付きを申し込んでいたため、普段一般の人が入ることのできない裏舞台に潜入することができました。お弟子さんの案内のもと、演者控えの場や、楽屋、小道具などの説明を聞いたり、幕の開け閉めを再現してくれたりと、狂言に対してより興味が沸くツアー内容でした。

異空間の中、高貴でオシャレな時間を過ごすことができ、思い出に残る一夜となりました。
来年も定期的に公演があるようですので、また鑑賞してみたいと思いました。

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Kyogen that even beginners can enjoy♪ 初心者でも楽しめる狂言♪

Reviewed by: moeko

I had absolutely no prior knowledge about Kyogen, but I was invited and decided to participate. I thought there would be many older people given the name "Noh Theatre," but I was surprised to see mostly young attendees! The lounge was filled with stylish adult women in kimonos and dressed up nicely. True to its title, it really had a "party-like" atmosphere.

The performance was "Hagi Daimyo." I came without knowing the story, but the performers explained how to enjoy it and the highlights in a fun and easy-to-understand way. It turns out that as long as you know a few tips, anyone can enjoy Kyogen! Before I knew it, an hour had flown by as I was captivated. I want to invite my friends and parents to go see it again next time.

狂言って何？というくらい予備知識はまったくありませんでしたが、お誘いいただいて参加してきました。
「能楽堂」という名前から年配の方が多いのかな？と思っていましたが、予想外に若い方ばかりでびっくり！ラウンジは着物の方やドレスアップされた方など、オトナ女子のおしゃれな方ばかり。タイトル通り、本当に「パーティー感覚」の雰囲気でした。

演目は萩大名。ストーリーも知らないまま来てしまいましたが、演者の方が楽しみ方、見所など面白くわかりやすく説明してくれます。狂言はコツだけ知れば、誰でも楽しめるものなのですね！見入っているうちにあっという間の1時間でした。
次は友達や両親を誘ってまた観に行きたいと思います。

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Beginner-Friendly Japanese Koto Harp Music Lesson in Tokyo

Excellent introduction to Koto Harp!

Reviewed by: David UK

The teacher was very good, her English was excellent and she explained everything very clearly. With no previous experience I was able to play a tune very quickly and the lesson was structured to allow me to play the tune with additional notes to add further detail / harmony to the melody.

The teacher was very patient and clearly knew her instrument very well; I felt that the lesson was worth every penny and was a unique and memorable experience.

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狂言ラウンジ大藏基誠 ラウンジパーティと狂言公演を組み合わせた新感覚ライブ 満足度NO.1の人気イベントが復活！＜選べるベルトラ限定プラン＞

Relax and enjoy the close-up experience of Kyogen. リラックスして間近で見られる狂言

Reviewed by: かめこ

Is there really a Noh theater on the second basement level of the Cerulean Tower? I was curious and decided to participate. After checking in and entering the Noh theater, I could see the stage from the side. I took a seat in the front row to the side of the stage and went to the foyer to exchange the Hyakunin Isshu card I received at the reception for a drink. Many people were already enjoying drinks, creating a lively atmosphere, and I had some whiskey. It helped me relax a bit. Then, I passed by the DJ booth and returned to the venue, taking photos of the stage and leisurely waiting for the performance to start.

When it was time for the show to begin, they started with an introduction to the food served in the foyer, followed by an amusing explanation of theater etiquette and how to handle difficult words. The performance this time was "Hagi Daimyo." The distance to the stage was close, allowing me to see the performers' expressions up close. The dialogue had a lot of repetition, making the structure of the story easy to understand, and I could listen without feeling tense. Even if there were parts I couldn't catch, the exaggerated expressions and movements of the performers were entertaining in themselves. I'm glad I was able to experience the performance.

セルリアンタワー地下２階に能楽堂なんてあるの？？と興味を持って参加しました。
受付を済ませて能楽堂に入ると舞台が横から見えます。舞台横前列の席をとり、受付でいただいた百人一首の札を持ってホワイエに飲み物と交換に行きました。すでにお酒を召し上がっている方が大勢いらしてざわついた雰囲気の中、ウィスキーを頂きました。お酒でちょっとリラックスできます。それから、ＤＪブースの横を通り会場に戻って、舞台の写真などを撮ったりしてのんびり開演を待ちました。
開演時間になると、ホワイエで振舞っていた料理の紹介に始まり、観劇のマナー、とっつきにくい言葉への対応方法など面白おかしく説明していただけました。
今回の演目は萩大名。舞台との距離が近くて演者の表情が間近で見え、反復の多い会話でしたのでお話の構成も分かりやすく、身構えずに聞くことができました。また、よく聞き取れないところがあっても、演者の大げさな表情・所作だけでも面白く感じました。
観劇できてよかったです。

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I was able to laugh comfortably. 気持ちよく笑えました

Reviewed by: けいらん

When I was in high school, I had seen kyogen, but I didn't understand it at all. However, having grown since then, I thought that experiencing Japanese culture is part of education, so I decided to apply.

The Shibuya Noh Theatre is located on the basement level 2 of the Cerulean Tower.

When the venue opens, you are given a drink ticket, which is a Hyakunin Isshu, and I enjoyed some champagne while getting into the mood before the kyogen performance. In addition to drinks, there is a paid option where the Japanese restaurant "Kitanaka" prepares special mini kaiseki dishes, which you can also savor.

The kyogen lounge has a completely relaxed atmosphere. Before the kyogen performance, there is a pre-show with skits, where explanations of words related to kyogen and the stage are provided, making it easy for first-timers to enjoy the performance. Additionally, Mr. Motoharu Okura, the organizer, gives an explanation of the program before the kyogen, making it easier to understand the performance itself.

After the kyogen, there is a tour of the backstage of the Noh Theatre. You can see the behind-the-scenes of the kyogen you just watched, including the back of the curtain and the timing for raising the curtain. Although it was a short time, it was a fun experience to witness scenes that you normally wouldn't see.

Kyogen often has a stiff image, but in this kyogen lounge, I felt it was something more familiar. I had a wonderful time, and I'm considering attending the kyogen lounge next year.

高校生の頃、狂言を見たことはあったのですが、
まったく理解出来ませんでしたが、成長したこともあり
日本文化に触れることも教養の1つだと思い申し込みました。

渋谷能楽堂は、セルリアンタワーの地下2階にあります。

会場がOPENになると、ドリンクチケット=百人一首を渡されるので
シャンパンを頂き、狂言の前に一心地付きました。
ドリンクの他にも有料ではりますが、和食「金田中」が特注の
ミニ懐石料理を作ってくださっているので味わうことも出来ます。

狂言ラウンジは、畏まった感じは全くなく、
狂言の前には前座で、コントが繰り広げられ、そこで狂言に纏わる
言葉の説明や舞台の説明等あるので、狂言が初めての方でも
鑑賞し易いと思います。また、主催者である大藏基誠氏からも
狂言の前に、演目のご説明をされるので、狂言自体も理解し易いです。

狂言の後は、能楽堂のバックヤードの見学です。
少し前に見た狂言の舞台裏を拝見出来るので、
幕の裏側、幕を上げるタイミング等々、確かに普段では見れない
光景を目の当たりに出来るので、短時間ではありましたが
楽しかったです。

狂言は、堅苦しいイメージがありますが、この狂言ラウンジでは
身近なものに感じることが出来ましたら、楽しい時間を過ごせ
来年開催の狂言ラウンジにはお伺いしようかなと思っています。

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Traditional performing arts in Shibuya at night. 渋谷で夜から伝統芸能

Reviewed by: 太文字焼き

The opening act was funny like a skit. I was also interested in the keyboard rider. The foolishness of the "Baka Tono" left a strong impression; I think it was a great event.

前説がコントで面白かった。鍵盤ライダーさんも興味を持ちました。バカ殿のバカぶりが印象に残った、よいイベントだったと思います。

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Backstage バックステージ

Reviewed by: こんどう

I attended the "Kyogen Lounge" at the Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre.

One of the Hyakunin Isshu poems was transformed into a stylish free drink ticket, allowing us to enjoy a glass of wine, and we savored hors d'oeuvres inspired by that day's performance prepared by the chef from Kanesaka. We laughed at the modern and amusing pre-show commentary and were impressed by the behind-the-scenes stories of the Noh stage. There were so many unique and unconventional ideas to enjoy the classical art of "Kyogen," which has remained unchanged since the Muromachi period! It was a very enjoyable time.

I also participated in a backstage tour, and compared to opera houses both domestic and international, it was very simple! This is understandable, as opera is a comprehensive art that includes stage sets and costumes, while Noh and Kyogen rely as little as possible on costumes and props, focusing instead on "evoking the audience's imagination." I found this very intriguing.

By experiencing the Noh stage from both the front and the back, I felt I could somewhat grasp the concept of "Rikimi no Mi." Thank you for a wonderful extraordinary experience.

セルリアンタワー能楽堂の『狂言ラウンジ』を拝見してきました。

百人一首の一枚がお洒落なフリードリンク券になっていてグラスワインを頂けたり、「金田中」の料理長によるその日の演目に因んだオードブルに舌鼓を打ったり、現代風オモシロ前説に笑ったり、能舞台のアレコレ裏話になるほど！っと感心したり・・・・室町時代から変わらぬ古典芸能「狂言」をフランクに味わうための型にはまらない粋な趣向がいっぱい！！とても愉しいひとときでした。

舞台裏見学にも参加したのですが、内外のオペラハウスのバックステージと比べてとってもシンプル！！それもそのはず、オペラは舞台セットやコスチュームも含む総合芸術なのに対して、お能や狂言は極力衣装や道具に頼らず『観客のイメージ力を喚起する芸』なのだと伺ってとても興味深かったです。

表から裏から能舞台を観ることで、すこしだけ「離見の見」を体感できたように思います。素敵な非日常体験をありがとうございました。

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I participated for the first time, and I really enjoyed it like a party! 初めて参加しましたが本当にパーティー感覚で楽しめました！

Reviewed by: さつまっころ

I was invited, so I decided to go along with the feeling of just tagging along. I had the impression that it would be formal, intimidating, and unfamiliar, but I was surprised when I arrived!

At the reception, I received a card for Hyakunin Isshu and a drink voucher, which was a surprising start right from the entrance. I had imagined drinks like sake, but there were various options available. (I had sparkling wine.)

Seeing the Hyakunin Isshu card brought back nostalgic feelings, as I remembered memorizing it in high school! I felt a bit reluctant to exchange it for a drink and couldn’t help but snap a photo. I felt a certain attachment to that one card out of the hundred.

It really felt like a party, and I sat down a little tipsy, ready for the start. Just when I thought we were starting, a short skit began, and I was amusingly taught various aspects of Kyogen, which changed how I enjoyed it afterward.

At first, I wasn’t familiar with the actual Kyogen, so I listened closely, but gradually I got used to it and was able to enjoy it in a fun way! Of course, it was difficult to understand everything, but since I received an explanation at the beginning, I didn’t force myself to understand and enjoyed it with a bit of imagination and listening.

I’m thinking of going next time with my husband, who hasn’t been before. After participating this time, I’ve started to develop an interest in Japan's unique culture. Thank you very much!

誘ってもらったので、ついていく感覚で行ってみました。
堅苦しそう、敷居が高そう、なじみがない、という印象を持っていましたが着いたらびっくり♪

受付で百人一首のカードを一枚もらい、ワンドリンクの引換券という入場の時から驚きのスタートです。飲み物も、イメージ的に日本酒などを想像していましたがバリエーションもありました。（私はスパークリングワインをいただきました）

百人一首も「高校の時に暗記したやつだ～～！」と懐かしい気持ちになりました。
ドリンクと引き換えるのも惜しく感じて思わず写真をパチリ。100枚のうちの1枚、という点になんだかその1枚に愛着を感じました。

本当にパーティーみたいな感じで少しほろ酔い気分で席について、いよいよスタート。
スタート、と思ったらショートコントが始まり狂言のあれこれを面白おかしく教えてもらいましたのでその後の狂言の楽しみ方が変わりました。

実際の狂言は、はじめ聞きなれないのでよくよく耳を澄ましていましたが
だんだん耳が慣れてきておもしろおかしく楽しむことができました！
もちろん全部理解するのは難しかったのですが、最初に説明してもらったので無理に理解しようとせずに、想像力と少しの聞き取りで楽しみました。

早速、行ったことのない旦那と次回は行ってみようかと思います。
今回の参加で日本独特の文化に興味を持ち始めました♪ありがとうございました。

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Japanese Plastic Food Sample Art Experience in Tokyo

A great sample food making experience!

Reviewed by: Alister D

After spending out whole trip thinking we wouldn't we able to learn how to make sample food due to our lack of conversational Japanese, we finally found this place! We had a great time making the sample ramen. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They were also enthusiastic to talk about the different methods of sample food making and the history behind it. Easy to find and easily accessible. A highlight of the trip!

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It hits the spot. ツボにはまる

Reviewed by: 萩大名

Upon exiting the west exit of Shibuya Station, you'll immediately see "Cerulean Tower." On the second basement level, there is the "Kyogen Lounge."

As I entered, feeling a bit nervous about experiencing Kyogen for the first time, I found the atmosphere reminiscent of a party venue. At the reception, I received a Hyakunin Isshu card, which served as a drink ticket. The music played by a DJ dressed in traditional attire added to the high-sense blend of Japanese and Western elements in the space.

Beyond the lounge is the Noh Theatre. There is a pre-show explanation, and it is incredibly entertaining! Any worries about whether I would enjoy Kyogen were quickly dispelled. The explanation incorporates humor, making it easy to absorb knowledge about Kyogen and the Noh Theatre naturally.

Just as I relaxed, the Kyogen performance finally began. The language was unfamiliar at first, but thanks to the pre-show explanation, I was able to enjoy it without any issues.

In the end, I was able to laugh heartily!!!

渋谷駅西口を出ると目に入る「セルリアンタワー」。その地下2Fには「狂言ラウンジ」があります。
初めての狂言にどきどきしながら入ってみると、そこはパーティー会場のような雰囲気。受付では百人一首の札を頂くのですが、それがドリンクチケットとなっております。和服をまとったDJさんが流す音楽も相まって、和洋がハイセンスにブレンドされた空間でした。

そんなラウンジの先が能楽堂。
前説があるのですが、それが物凄く面白い！「狂言を楽しめるだろうか？」そんな気持ちも吹っ飛ばされます。笑いの中にも狂言や能楽堂の開設が盛り込まれているので、自然と知識が入ってくるのです。

良い具合に肩の力が抜けたところで、ついに狂言がはじまります。
一聴すると聞き慣れない言葉ですが、前説のおかげですんなりと楽しむことができました。

最後には思いっきり笑うことができます！！！

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I was able to easily get into the world of Kyogen! 狂言にすんなり入っていけた！

Reviewed by: natsu

As a Japanese person, I must admit... I had honestly never heard of kyogen before. The headline "Enjoy Kyogen with a Party Atmosphere!" caught my attention, so I decided to participate out of curiosity. When I arrived at the venue, it was truly a party setting. Since it included one drink, I quickly enjoyed a glass of white wine. A DJ in a kimono played calming music, and many people were enjoying conversations with wine in hand. I noticed quite a few attendees were also dressed in kimono. There was also an exhibition and sale of antique goods like kimono obis and tableware, which made the time before the performance enjoyable without getting bored. As for my impression of kyogen... I didn't expect it to be this entertaining! I had avoided traditional performing arts because I thought they were difficult, but thanks to the easy-to-understand explanations, I was able to get into it smoothly in a short time. Oh, and the pamphlet provided is a must-read! It contains summaries of the stories and explanations about kyogen, so if you read it beforehand, you'll enjoy it twice as much. I might just go to the next performance!

日本人としてお恥ずかしながら…狂言…正直、聞いたことありませんでした。「パーティー感覚で狂言を楽しむ！」という見出しに目を惹かれ、興味本位で参加。会場に着くと、そこはまさにパーティー会場。ワンドリンク付きなので早速私は白ワインをいただきました。着物を着たDJが落ち着いた音楽を流し、たくさんの人がワイン片手に歓談を楽しんでいました。着物を着て来ている方も結構いたように思います。着物の帯や食器などアンティーク雑貨の展示販売もあり、開演前の時間も飽きずに楽しめました。そして狂言の感想はというと…「こんなに面白いと思わなかった！」です。伝統芸能って難しいイメージで避けてきたけど、分かりやすい説明のおかげで短時間ですんなり入っていけました。そうそう、用意されているパンフレットは必読です！お話のあらすじや狂言についての説明などが書かれているので、先に目を通しておくと2倍楽しめます。次の公演も行っちゃおうかな～

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Bringing noble traditional performing arts closer to you. 高尚な伝統芸能を身近に

Reviewed by: シュノスキー

Efforts have been made to pass down traditional performing arts to modern people, making it enjoyable even for those without prior knowledge. The beautiful finger foods from Sukiya Kanetaka were so captivating that I couldn't help but admire them. Each dish is said to be inspired by the performances. Although I missed out on them before the show, they were freshly prepared again after the performance. I noticed many women in kimonos and young ladies dressed up. If an older gentleman brought me here on a date, I would surely be enchanted.

伝統芸能を現代人に継承するための工夫がなされており、知識がなくても十分愉しめる内容でした。そして思わずじっくり眺めてしまう数寄屋金田中の美しいフィンガーフード。どれも演目に因んだお料理とのことです。開演前には食べ損ねましたが、終演後にまた新しく用意されていました。お着物をお召しのご婦人やドレスアップしたお嬢さんを多く見受けました。ちょっと年上の男性にデートで連れてこられたら、うっとりしちゃいそうです。

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An amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Shaz

We had a young chap who spoke quite good English for a Japanese, to run through what we were supposed to do.

The whole process was very fun and it was amazing to see the other fake food items that the store makes too!

The only downside is finding this place, it is in a small and quiet neighbourhood in Tokyo. However it was also fun exploring the area once you're there.

Highly recommended, not only for families with young kids but adults as well!

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An amazing experience!

Reviewed by: Shaz

We had a young chap who spoke quite good English for a Japanese, to run through what we were supposed to do.

The whole process was very fun and it was amazing to see the other fake food items that the store makes too!

The only downside is finding this place, it is in a small and quiet neighbourhood in Tokyo. However it was also fun exploring the area once you're there.

Highly recommended, not only for families with young kids but adults as well!

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Kimono and Yukata Dress Up Experience with Multilingual Support in Osaka

Great Kimono experience - Wabikae

Reviewed by: DanTdot

Had a great Kimono dress up experience at Wabikae. Ono-San and his staff were friendly and inviting and had everything prepared for our large group (12 people). Very affordable too. If you're in the Osaka/Dontonbori area, check out Wabikae for a fun experience and some great photo opportunities. Located at the KTIC (Kansai Tourist Information Center) in Osaka.

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乗合屋形船 お台場・スカイツリー周遊コース 季節のお料理＆飲み放題付＜蔵前発＞by船宿 釣新

Incredibly delicious tempura! サイコーにウマイ天ぷら！

Reviewed by: 仮面ライター

Since watching the movie "PIKANCHI" by Arashi, I had been longing to experience a yakatabune (houseboat), and I finally went for it.

I had the impression that yakatabune was mainly for banquets in a tatami room, but you can actually join with a small group of people easily. On the day, there were about ten of us, including a group of older folks reminiscent of a reunion, a pair of women resembling a girls' night out, and my family of three. Instead of tatami seating, we had table seats separated by groups, allowing us to enjoy ourselves without worrying about others.

And what impressed me the most was the freshly fried tempura—it was amazing! They serve each piece freshly fried, and every tempura was delicious! The tempura of anago (conger eel) was particularly outstanding! Enjoying exquisite dishes while gazing at the flowing scenery along the Sumida River from the boat was truly special.

The route took us from Kuramae to Odaiba, where we stopped for a bit before heading back. The boatman guided us through the highlights, sharing insights that I wouldn't have noticed just by looking around myself, which was very informative.

I definitely want to come back during cherry blossom season next time. I imagine the night cherry blossoms would be beautiful!

嵐のPIKANCHIという映画を見て以来憧れていた屋形船、ついに行ってみました。

屋形船って、なんとなく座敷で宴会というイメージがありましたが、乗合で少人数でも気軽に参加できます。当日は同窓会っぽい年配の方のグループ、女子会っぽい2人組、私たち家族連れ3人の10名ほどで運行。座敷ではなくテーブル席でグループ毎に席が分かれており、他の方々に気兼ねすることなく楽しめました。

そしてなんと言っても感動したのは、揚げたての天ぷらがサイコーです！一品ずつ揚げたてを出してくれるのですが、どの天ぷらもウマイ！特にアナゴの天ぷらは最強でした！船上から隅田川沿いの流れ行く景色を眺めながらの絶品料理、また格別です。

運行ルートは蔵前からお台場まで行き、少し停泊した後に戻ってきました。船頭さんがみどころを案内してくれます。自分でなんとなく見ただけでは気付かないことも教えてくれて、ためになりました。

今度は桜の時期にぜひまた来たいと思います。夜桜とか見たらキレイなんだろうなー。

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Wear Kimono in Asakusa with a Rental Dress Up Experience in Tokyo

Crazy environment but GOOD price and Better service

Reviewed by: Robert

These women work so hard to "get it right" so the tight quarters become almost a part of the experience.

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Shared Yakatabune Tokyo Dinner Cruise with All-You-Can-Drink Plan

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Zoe & Mike

My boyfriend and I attended the evening dinner cruise, and were completely overwhelmed with the experience. The food was great, the staff were extremely helpful and friendly, we saw some amazing sights and the company was also great. Highly recommended, a great way to see Tokyo and enjoy some great company.

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［SOLD OUT］Reserved Tickets for 65th Gion Odori Maiko and Geisha Dance in Kyoto

Lovely Geisha Performance

Reviewed by: Nan

I wanted to be sure to see a geisha performance while I was in Kyoto, and I was lucky that this one was on while I was in town. It was perfect. There were 6 different short dances. The costumes were beautiful, there was live singing, the location was very convenient, and the venue was good. The tea ceremony was like the "fast food" version, as they needed to get everybody in and out quickly to accommodate an entire theater full of people in the 1 hour before the show. But it was fine. No need to get there an hour early. 15 minutes is probably enough, and you'll still have time for your "fast food" tea ceremony. And they give you the plate as a souvenir. No photography is allowed, so I can't post any pictures.

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サンセットクルーズ　ライブミュージック＆多彩なディナー／サプライズ演出・記念日対応可／那覇埠頭発＞

Memorable Staff Trip 思い出の職員旅行

Reviewed by: tsunejin

The annual staff trip was held this year in Okinawa. Although the weather was unfortunate, it was much warmer every day compared to our hometown, Asahikawa. On the last night in Okinawa, we enjoyed a sunset dinner cruise with wonderful music and delicious food. At the end, there was a surprise Happy Birthday song! (One of the staff members had a birthday.) It turned out to be a lovely birthday gift thanks to the thoughtful arrangement.

毎年恒例の職員旅行。今年は沖縄でした。
あいにくの天候でしたが、地元の旭川と比べるととても暖かい毎日でした。
沖縄最後の夜は、サンセットディナークルーズ。素敵な音楽に美味しい食事。
最後にはサプライズのHappy Birthday Song!!(職員が誕生日でした）
粋なはからいで素敵な誕生日プレゼントになりました。

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