Misono-za

What it is

• A performing arts theater in Nagoya originally established in 1896
• A modern multi-use high-rise designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma
• A venue dedicated to staging kabuki, musicals, and commercial plays
• A facility that houses a specialized theater library and residential apartments

What to see

• The distinctive exterior architecture of the 150-meter tall building
• The official theater crest featuring two dragonflies
• A performance hall with a seating capacity for 1,299 people
• The theater library located within the facility
• Internal shops selling the famous ice cream monaka snack

When to go

• Check the schedule for specific kabuki or musical performance dates

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.