Kabuki-za Theatre: Tokyo's Premier Kabuki Stage
Experience the vibrant art of kabuki at Tokyo's iconic Kabuki-za Theatre, a cultural treasure in the heart of Ginza.
Kabuki-za in Ginza is Tokyo's most famous kabuki theatre, showcasing this traditional Japanese dance-drama art form with elaborate costumes, makeup, and theatrical techniques. The theatre offers full-day and single-act tickets, as well as English headsets, making it accessible to international tourists.
A brief summary to Kabuki-za
- 4 Chome-12-15 Ginza, Chuo City, 4 Chome Ginza, Tokyo, 104-0061, JP
- +813-3545-6800
- Visit website
Local tips
- Purchase tickets in advance, especially for popular performances, to secure your seat.
- Consider buying single-act tickets for a shorter, more affordable introduction to kabuki.
- Rent an English audio guide or use the English captioning service to better understand the performance.
- Explore the Kabuki-za Gallery and rooftop garden for a deeper appreciation of kabuki and the theatre's history.
- Enjoy a meal or snack at one of the theatre's restaurants or shops during intermission.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Kabuki-za Theatre is directly accessible via the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line and Toei Asakusa Line to Higashi-Ginza Station. Take Exit 3, which connects directly to the theatre's underground marketplace. Alternatively, it's a 5-minute walk from Ginza Station, served by the Ginza, Marunouchi, and Hibiya Lines; take Exit A6. From Tokyo Station, take the train to Shimbashi Station, then transfer to the subway to Higashi-Ginza Station, a journey of approximately 9 minutes, costing ¥220-¥380. Single subway fare: ¥170-¥320.
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Bus
From Tokyo Station, take the Toei Bus from the Marunouchi South Exit to Ginza 4-chome. The bus ride takes about 8 minutes and costs ¥210. From Ginza 4-chome bus stop, it is a short walk to Kabuki-za Theatre.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available throughout Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to Kabuki-za takes approximately 10 minutes and costs between ¥1,300 and ¥1,700.
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