Top Kyoto Concerts

This concert takes place in a one-of-a-kind venue, a former Japanese sento (public bathhouse) that has been carefully renovated. This unique setting, unlike any other in Kyoto, adds a distinctive atmosphere to the experience. The high ceilings and tiled walls, originally designed for a bathhouse, provide exceptional acoustics, enhancing the rich and delicate sounds of traditional Japanese instruments like the koto and shamisen. This is an intimate and immersive concert, offering visitors a truly memorable cultural experience in a historically significant and beautifully reimagined space.

Experience the art of the samurai during a *kembu* show, a traditional sword performance celebrating the culture of this ancient Japanese warrior class. Head to Kyoto’s Samurai Kembu Theater to admire the intricate movements of traditional and new-style Kembu performances. You’ll also hear a fascinating talk before the performance and have time for a photo session with a samurai sword and the performers post-show.

〇 It's a luxurious private live! A performer will play the traditional Japanese instruments just for you. Please enjoy the sounds of Koto-Japanese harp and feel the world of Koto up close. 〇 Sit in a chair and enjoy yourself. You can sit on a chair and relax in the shop which is a renovated Kyomachiya-traditional Japanese house. Why don't you hold a hidden concert just for you in the atmosphere of local Kyoto, which is different from the tourist spots? 〇Enjoy the sounds of authentic Japanese musical instruments. Why don't you feel the splendor of traditional Japanese music at your leisure?

We invite you to join us on an auditory and sensory journey through a distinctive fusion of music, mythology, and cultural exploration. Relax into the comforting ambiance of our venue, anticipate a voyage across varied landscapes, guided by the power of song and enhanced by the subtle flavors of our specially selected teas. The concert is designed to immerse the audience deeply into the essence of Ethnopunk's musical odyssey, weaving together ancient myths with a modern spirit of adventure. Each performance is crafted not merely to entertain, but to provoke thought, stir emotions, and inspire, offering a glimpse into the depths of diverse cultures and stories that extend well beyond our immediate environment. As we set out on this shared adventure, we encourage you to allow the music to stir your emotions and the tea to calm your spirit, together creating a rich, immersive experience that transcends the everyday. Be prepared to be moved, to feel, and to gain new insights.

Learn to make artistic sushi rolls during your own private ‘kazarimaki’ class in Kyoto. Kazarimaki is the art of making designs within a sushi roll, using edible pigments extracted from plants to create colorful patterns in the sushi. Your instructor also provides a kimono (for women) or other traditional garments (for men and children) to wear during the experience.