THE TOP 10 Kanto Shows & Performances (UPDATED 2026)

Futuristic Show at Samurai Restaurant with Meal or 2Drinks

Experience a spectacular entertainment show at the Samurai Restaurant, featuring dazzling dancers in vibrant costumes! On a grand stage, an exhilarating performance unfolds, showcasing Japan’s traditional culture, festivals, and the world of samurai. Enjoy delicious food and drinks while immersing yourself in a breathtaking show filled with samurai, yokai (spirits), and mikoshi (portable shrines)! The show consists of three acts with short breaks: Act 1: A mesmerizing dance stage with elegant dancers and mysterious yokai. Act 2: A dramatic performance centered around a gripping oni (demon) story. Act 3: A thrilling finale with taiko drums and mikoshi, celebrating Japan’s festival spirit! The final act is especially exciting, so we recommend the full show! You are free to enter and leave anytime, but most guests stay for the full experience. The staff speaks English, and the story is performed in English. Please note: This experience is for guests aged 18 and above only.

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Futuristic Show at Samurai Restaurant with Meal or 2Drinks

1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes

4.5

(24)

from $50

Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

Gain insights into the exciting world of sumo wrestling with this skip-the-line admission to a sumo wrestling show. To help ensure you understand the rules and traditions, a live host provides bilingual commentary throughout. Later, you can also enjoy a photo session with the wrestlers and the chance to try out a sumo challenge—something that spectators of the sport don’t usually get to do.

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Tokyo Shinjuku Sumo Show & Experience with Photo

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(3,502)

from $75

It is a new landmark theater of Asakusa built in 2024.

Ensure your time in Tokyo is memorable with a night of traditional Japanese entertainment in the Asakusa area—one of the city's most popular destinations. Watch as entertainers perform a variety of lively pieces, including a lion dance and a samurai sword fight—usually only seen at Japanese festivals, and missed by many travelers. Chat to the performers before and after the show, and snap photos with them for a unique vacation keepsake.

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Tokyo Japanese Dance Cabaret Show Asakusa-Kaguwa

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(233)

from $48

Ninja+Kabuki Tokyo

1 hour 20 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(555)

from $44

Likely to Sell Out

Tokyo Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(1,487)

from $100

Enjoy English stand-up comedy at a stand-up comedy club just one minute from Shibuya Station. Laugh with Japanese and foreign comedians and occasional visiting comedians as they share hilarious takes on life in Japan and unexpected topics like sea cucumbers—all in English. Enjoy craft beers, cocktails, and snacks while enjoying a live comedy show full of top-notch humor and occasional adult themes—a night to remember.

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English Stand up Comedy Show

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(263)

from $16

Harajuku Meiji Shrine Walking Tour in Tokyo

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(110)

from $25

Get to know Tokyo’s nightlife areas better without the risk of getting lost or straying into unpleasant places by going with a guide. On this small-group walking tour you’ll stroll around Shinjuku, Kabukicho, Omoide Yokocho, and the LGBTQI+ district that’s often called Gay Town. Learn more about the area’s culture and subculture from your guide, and admire the sight of hundreds of neon signs after dark.

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The Dark Side of Tokyo - Night Walking Tour Shinjuku Kabukicho

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(381)

from $25

Kamakura & Enoshima 1-Day Bus Tour : From Tokyo

Enjoy hassle-free roundtrip transportation to Kamakura and Enoshima from Tokyo on this convenient bus tour. Escape Tokyo for the day and learn about Kamakura’s history as the home of the samurai. Get a great overview of the area as you visit important shrines and major shopping areas. Commentary is provided in English and Chinese. Visit two places in one efficient tour, including the small island of Enoshima with panoramic ocean views.

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Kamakura & Enoshima 1-Day Bus Tour : From Tokyo

9 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

(253)

from $63

Tokyo Asakusa: Guided Japanese Cabaret Show (Taishu Engeki)

Step into the world of local Japanese entertainment at Asakusa Mokubakan where history, music, and drama come alive on stage. Originally founded in the Meiji era, our theater survived wars and became the last Taishu Engeki theater in Tokyo. Today, it continues its legacy as a beloved home of Taishu Engeki, offering visitors a rare chance to experience a living cultural tradition. Enjoy a show, where artists perform to both traditional and modern music, and wear eyecatching costumes as onnagata (female impersonators). Thrilling sword artistry and playful storytelling, also make the show exciting even if you don’t speak Japanese. With new performances every day, every visit offers something fresh and unforgettable. Whether it’s your first time in Japan or your tenth, the Asakusa Mokubakan promises a unique cultural experience you won’t find anywhere else. We recommend bringing cash if you’d like to take part in the local tradition of tipping performers!

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Tokyo Asakusa: Guided Japanese Cabaret Show (Taishu Engeki)

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(18)

from $21

Tokyo Ginza Sumo Experience: Performance vs Pure Practice

Two Ways Into Japan's Most Powerful Tradition In Ginza, Tokyo, experience sumo through two unique options led by retired professional wrestlers. Plan A: Sumo Entertainment Show Sit near the dohyo as former top-ranked athletes perform explosive bouts and centuries-old rituals. Interactive segments let you throw purifying salt and try ceremonial gestures. The highlight is “Challenge Sumo”, a lottery-based chance to step into the ring and face a real wrestler. Bottomless chanko-nabe and drinks included. Entertainment show — not an official competition. Plan B: Asa-Geiko — Authentic Sumo Training A 60-minute hands-on workshop guided by a former pro. Learn shiko, suri-ashi, and butsukari-geiko at your pace. After training, wear the kesho-mawashi for a memorable photo. Note (Plan B): Not for children under 5, pregnant guests, or those with serious health conditions. One package per booking; children must have a guardian. Experience sumo as it was meant to be felt — only here.

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Tokyo Ginza Sumo Experience: Performance vs Pure Practice

1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(145)

from $75

Likely to Sell Out

Tokyo Live Sumo Show & Kaiseki Dinner HIRAKUZA GINZA TOKYO

2 hours 15 minutes

4.9

(82)

from $119

Shinjuku Kabukicho Night Walking Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from $6

Located in Roppongi, Tokyo, “Burlesque annex YAVAY” offers a unique entertainment experience that blends traditional Japanese culture with modern performance art. Inside the venue, guests can enjoy a wide range of live shows—including music, dance, and visual performances—creating a feast for both the eyes and ears. In addition to exquisite cuisine and creative drinks, YAVAY provides private boxes and professional service, allowing you to enjoy an unforgettable evening in a high-end setting. Whether you’re planning a gathering, a celebration, or simply looking to explore a unique side of Tokyo’s nightlife, YAVAY is the perfect choice! OPEN: 18:30 Main Show ①: 19:30 Mini Show ①: 21:15 Main Show ②: 22:00 Mini Show ②: 23:30 CLOSE: 24:30 ・A Plan: One drink included ・B Plan: All-you-can-drink In-store tip: 20 Ryō (equivalent to ¥2,000)

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Tokyo Roppongi Burlesque show

1 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from $44

Tokyo Luxury Sumo Experience with Deluxe Japanese Cuisine

Combine traditional sumo wrestling—a must when visiting Tokyo—with a delicious Japanese meal, thanks to this unique restaurant experience. Sink into comfortable sofa seating, tuck into a tasty chankonabe (hot pot)—a meal that the wrestlers themselves eat—and watch a sumo display in action. Gain insider insight into the sport and leave with a better understanding of its cultural significance and history.

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Tokyo Luxury Sumo Experience with Deluxe Japanese Cuisine

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(124)

from $100

Traditional Japanese Music ZAKURO SHOW in Tokyo

1 hourFree Cancellation

4.9

(74)

from $38

Samurai Show Ticket with 2 Drinks：SHINJUKU *18 years or older

The Samurai Restaurant is located in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, in the heart of Tokyo. Enjoy the mesmerizing show that goes beyond your imagination. Take some time to look around the spectacular interior of the restaurant that was created at a cost of more than 10 billion yen! During the show, robots, samurai, and ninjas will provide special performances, accompanied by neon light and sounds. You’re sure to be amazed by the scale of this spectacular show. It’s a must-see during your time in Tokyo. The Samurai Show starts at 10:30am, 13:30pm and 16:00pm.

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Samurai Show Ticket with 2 Drinks：SHINJUKU *18 years or older

1 hour 40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(58)

from $57

Shinjuku, Tokyo: Samurai Show Ticket in Kabukicho with 2 drinks

Samurai Restaurant is located in Kabukicho, the downtown area of Shinjuku, the heart of Tokyo. Once you step inside, you will be amazed at the otherworldly space. Enjoy an overwhelming show that will exceed your imagination. Samurais and ninjas appear throughout the show, blending ancient Japanese culture with modern Japanese pop culture. Enjoy a sense of Japanese history and culture together with Japan's unique contemporary culture. This is one of the shows you should definitely see during your stay in Tokyo. This ticket also includes 2 drinks. Notes. Please bring your ID (passport) information for confirm your age. If you are late for the start of the show, please wait to be seated until intermission. Doors open at 10:30 and the show starts at 10:50. Seats are not assigned, so get there early if you want front row. The reception desk is located inside the GIRA GIRA Girls entrance. Please enter through the Gila Gila Girls entrance (across from Family Mart).

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Shinjuku, Tokyo: Samurai Show Ticket in Kabukicho with 2 drinks

2 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(7)

from $57

Tokyo Sumo & Food: Wear a Mawashi on a Real Clay Ring!

Tokyo's Secret Old Town: Street Food & Live Sumo! Escape tourist traps and step into the "real" Tokyo at Sunamachi Ginza, a retro shopping street loved by locals. Fully BYO Experience! Wander the vibrant street to buy amazing local delicacies like fresh Yakitori or crispy croquettes. You can bring any food and drinks right into our venue! Enjoy your snacks while watching the ultimate cultural show. What to Expect: Powerful Sumo Show: Watch wrestlers clash right before your eyes, just inches away from the ring! Feel the ground shake. History & Rules: Learn the 1,500-year history and hidden meanings of sumo in a fun, easy way. The Ultimate Challenge: No need to ruin your clothes! We provide comfy T-shirts and shorts to change into, plus a real Mawashi. Step onto the clay ring and try your strength! Kids Welcome: Children can safely step onto the ring and interact with wrestlers. Photos & Tips: Get photos with wrestlers and insider tips for the best local shops!

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Tokyo Sumo & Food: Wear a Mawashi on a Real Clay Ring!

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(3)

from $69

Likely to Sell Out

This food tour of Shibuya takes you far beyond the restaurants where tourists usually hang out, to hidden spots where locals eat, drink, and socialize. Your local guide will teach you about the long history of the Shibuya neighborhood, while you sample a range of Japanese snacks and drinks. Visit places that you would struggle to find on your own, such as standing-only bars, decades-old noodle shops, and back alleys.

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Retro Shibuya Food Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(37)

from $221

Vegan-Friendly Tokyo Sumo Show, Mochi-Pounding Dinner Experience

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(303)

from $100

Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 at Daikoku PA JDM Meet

Expand your knowledge of Japan’s car culture on this Tokyo car tour designed for car lovers visiting Japan. Ride along the city’s famous expressways in premium vehicles, and visit the iconic Daikoku Parking Area. Along the way, learn fascinating insights you’d miss otherwise, and pass by top landmarks such as Tokyo Tower and Shibuya Crossing. This tour is available in English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, and Spanish.

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Tokyo JDM Experience: Daikoku PA & Fast & Furious Night Drive

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(196)

from $157

Price varies by group size

Ultimate Sumo Tournament: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka

The ancient sport of sumo is bound by so many strict rules, rituals, and unique techniques that attending a sumo tournament can be a bewildering experience. Book this experience, which includes reserved seats in the Ryogoku Kokugikan and is led by a sumo expert who explains everything you need to know about traditions and culture. Choose between a private or a group experience to suit your tastes.

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Ultimate Sumo Tournament: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka

1 day

4.9

(530)

from $175

Price varies by group size

She knew exactly what suited her best — and left with both hands full of beautiful finds.

Ginza is where Tokyo’s fashion heritage lives, blending century-old department stores with cutting-edge flagships. With 19 years as a buyer and stylist, including time refining my aesthetic in Paris, I’ve styled over 4,000 clients. I’ll guide you to the pieces that make Ginza unforgettable. Seeking Japanese luxury investment pieces or affordable brands that rival high-end quality? I know exactly where to find exceptional craftsmanship and will take you to hidden gems most tourists miss. A pre-tour questionnaire helps me curate a route tailored to your taste and budget. During our 2.5 hours together, I’ll handle navigation and tax-free paperwork so you can fully enjoy the experience. From a single perfect coat to a complete travel wardrobe, we'll find exactly what you need in one afternoon in Ginza.

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Ginza Personal Stylist: Luxury & Hidden Gems by Pro Buyer

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(3)

from $113

Price varies by group size

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