Program created by DMO KYOTO & Discover Noh in Kyoto
The Kyoto City Tourism Association is launching a new event series with Kyoto City Visitors Host (KVH)!
KVH, the city-certified interpret guides organize tours that are aimed primarily at visitors Kyoto looking for opportunities to learn about Kyoto’s history and culture, and also take part in sustainable tourism by supporting its intangible cultural heritage, including traditional performing arts that have been transmitted over many centuries in the city.
"IMAGINE NOH" - Curated traditional theatre performances with English introduction and after-talk (November - December 2025)
“IMAGINE NOH” is designed to make noh and kyogen, the ancient art forms, accessible to a wide audience, including those experiencing these arts for the first time.
A Kyoto Visitors Host will guide you through the history, spirit, and highlights of the plays. This introduction will allow participants to fully appreciate the performances, which have been specially adapted into shorter, 90-minutes-long formats suitable for those who experience noh and kyogen for the first time. A question-and-answer session with actors will also be held after the performance, allowing for a deeper engagement with the arts.
Event Details
| Date and meeting place |
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| Time | 17:30 ~ 19:00 |
| Tour fee | S seats: 23,000 yen A seats: 18,000 yen Age 18 – 25: 5,000 yen Age 6 – 17: free |
| Booking |
November 12th, 2025
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What are Noh and Kyogen
See our article showcasing the basics of noh and kyogen to learn more! It provides introductory information in a detailed but easy-to-understand manner.
