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Asakusa Engei Hall

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A historic 340-seat theater in Tokyo offering traditional rakugo storytelling, manzai comedy, and magic performances daily.

Asakusa Engei Hall
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What it is

  • A traditional rakugo theater located in the Asakusa district of Taito, Tokyo
  • One of the four primary venues in Tokyo dedicated to Japanese comic storytelling
  • Established in 1964 on the former site of the France-za theater
  • Managed by Toyo Kogyo and featuring performances by major rakugo associations

What to see

  • Live rakugo, manzai comedy, and magic acts performed on stage
  • A two-floor auditorium containing 340 seats for spectators
  • Rotating programs that change every ten days throughout the month
  • A venue where visitors are permitted to consume food and drink during shows

When to go

  • Standard daily performances with general admission for 3,500 yen
  • Special Yoichikai performances held on the 31st day of the month

Getting there

  • Located a one-minute walk from the Tsukuba Express Asakusa Station

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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