Top Japan Shows & Performances

Asakusa has been Tokyo's entertainment quarter since the Meiji era, and Mokubakan is the last theater in the city still staging Taishu Engeki. Watch onnagata performers in elaborate costume work through fan dances, swordplay, and drama set to both traditional and modern music. Upgrade to be joined by a guide to explain the traditions behind what's on stage.

Even if your visit to Japan doesn’t coincide with the official sumo season, you can still watch wrestlers show off their skills during a sumo show experience in Kyoto. Not only will you watch the retired athletes perform classic moves in a traditional ring, but you’ll enjoy unlimited food and drinks, and you can even challenge a wrestler to a match.

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.

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.

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.

The ultimate way to explore Osaka! A Relaxing Cruise Along the Dotonbori River Hop on a 20-minute short cruise and enjoy iconic views of Osaka’s Minami area from the water—including the famous Glico sign. Unlike large tourist boats, this small-group cruise gives you a cozy, semi-private feel even if you're sharing the ride. Take in the vibrant cityscape of Dotonbori while relaxing on the river. It’s the perfect way to capture stunning photos and create unforgettable memories! Highlights ・Luxurious lounge-style seats for a VIP feel, unlike the typical large sightseeing boats ・Bring your own drinks! Enjoy the cruise your way ・See central Osaka and the Dotonbori River from a unique perspective—don’t miss the dazzling Glico sign and neon-lit streets from the water ・Insta-worthy views guaranteed! A great memory-making experience—pets welcome, too!

Live some sumo culture in Tokyo with this show and dinner experience in the Asakusa neighborhood. Watch wrestlers perform classic moves and training techniques in the "dohyo" ring, while savoring a chicken "chanko-nabe" hot pot. For wannabe sumo stars, there’s even the chance to try a sumo challenge yourself.

A brand-new theater where you can immerse yourself in the world of Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon has opened in Shinagawa, Tokyo! Experience a dazzling show featuring all 10 Sailor Guardians in a completely original story—now enjoying an extraordinary long run! Choose from several ticket types to suit your preferred viewing experience and benefits. All guests can enjoy a special cast send-off after the performance. The Class S Seat includes a cast send-off with a high-five, a Crystal Bottle Drink – Super Sailor Moon (Lemonade) with exclusive merchandise, and an original dessert. Premium Seat and Premium Seat (Sofa) include the full range of Premium benefits: a cast send-off with a high-five, a Crystal Bottle Drink – Super Sailor Moon (Lemonade), a parfait spoon with a charm, an original dessert, an additional exclusive gift, and a commemorative photo with the cast. Please check the official website for allergen information on each drink.

"Tokyo Sumo Club Entertainment" "Grand opening on August 12, 2026!" Experience ultimate Sumo entertainment at Tokyo Tower! A spectacular new restaurant run by real, retired sumo wrestlers is coming to town. Situated on the 5th floor of Foot Town inside Tokyo Tower, this grand venue is one of Tokyo's largest, featuring around 170 seats.The restaurant hosts four shows a day, combining high-energy sumo action with rich Japanese traditions Oiran dance, the Lion Dance, and classical instrument performances. Sip your drinks and savor an authentic Japanese set meal during this immersive 90-minute show.During the sumo show, you will discover the secrets of their daily training, learn about iconic techniques and foul moves, and witness an intense, live battle between former professionals. Want to try it yourself? Take part in our lottery for a chance to challenge a wrestler in the ring! Wrap up your visit with a photo session with the cast and grab an exclusive souvenir.

Catching sumo (a type of wrestling) in Tokyo is a must for many travelers, but tournament tickets sell out fast. Prebook to guarantee your spot at this Ginza venue, where a live show plays out on a full-scale ring while you sit down to a traditional kaiseki (a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner).

Roppongi is Tokyo's international nightlife district, dense with bars and clubs, and this unique show at one of its intimate venues blends burlesque with a modern geisha performance. Enjoy adults-only choreography that runs glamorous one moment and daring the next, with dinner and drinks included with your ticket.

Get an introduction to traditional Japanese music at the Zakuro show in Tokyo, featuring an ensemble of skilled musicians playing instruments like the taiko drums and koto harp. Performers wearing colorful kimonos provide live commentary during the show, with English translations that make it a tourist-friendly experience.

Marvel at an array of Japanese cars, from classic Nissan R34s to luxury sports convertibles, at this guided night driving tour and JDM meetup: a must-do event for car enthusiasts. Feel the electric atmosphere at Daikoku Parking Area, Japan’s largest car hangout, and spot scenes reminiscent of Fast and Furious movies. Other highlights include Rainbow Bridge, a prime location for panoramic views of Tokyo at night, and Tokyo Tower.

Sumo is one of Japan's most distinctive traditional sports, and this show and dinner experience in Osaka lets you watch former professional wrestlers up close before you step into the ring yourself. Follow live bouts with commentary in English, then practice shiko and suri-ashi, the stamping and sliding drills at the core of sumo training. Finish with chankonabe, the hearty hot pot wrestlers eat to build strength.

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.

The logistics of purchasing nightlife and entertainment tickets can be complicated in Japan. This prebooked ticket for WARP, rated by DJ Mag as one of the world's top nightclubs, lets you avoid the hassle and language barrier. Simply choose which night you want to attend, book, and get ready for a big night out in Tokyo. with included drinks

Shop Ginza with a Japanese stylist who has spent 20 years inside the fashion industry: first making clothes, then buying them, now styling people. Akari trained in couture at ESMOD Paris and worked on Paris Fashion Week pieces in three ateliers. Back in Japan she spent nearly 10 years as a buyer, bringing 2,000+ products to market. Since 2019 she has run her own image-consulting salon in Tokyo as a certified personal color, face-type and body-type analyst, and she directs her own womenswear label. She has styled 8,000+ people, and her 400+ online styling orders in Japan hold a 5.0 rating. After booking, a short questionnaire covers your taste, sizes, budget and wish list. Akari plans a route just for you: luxury flagships, heritage department stores and Japanese labels most visitors walk past. In every fitting room you get honest advice on fit, fabric and quality. She talks to store staff for you, explains the tax-refund process, and never pressures you to buy.

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).

Step onto a real sumo ring — in a Tokyo neighborhood most tourists never reach. A local, family-friendly sumo experience, away from the crowds. Not a staged show, but the real thing: former professional wrestlers and an authentic clay dohyo, on a historic local shopping street. In 90 minutes: an English-speaking host explains how sumo really works. Two former pros face off just meters from you, close enough to hear the impact. Then, if you want, you put on a real mawashi and face a wrestler yourself. Unlike professional sumo, here everyone can enter the ring. Kids aged 4 and up can take part, under-4s free — fun for the whole family. Prefer to just watch? That's fine too. The setting is part of it: Sunamachi Ginza, one of Tokyo's great shopping streets, 140 shops since 1932. Come early, grab street food, and bring it in to enjoy beside the ring. Small group (max 40), English support, year-round. Two shows daily, 11:00 and 15:30. Book now and step into Japan's national sport.

Seeking out the well-concealed back-alley bars of Tokyo's Shinjuku district is notoriously tricky for outsiders. Take the guesswork out of your trip on this guided tour that takes you barhopping to Izakaya bars in two different alleyways in Shinjuku with a small group. Experience the backstreets of Tokyo and authentic street food and drinks (included) while your guide shares insights into local culture in this atmospheric part of the city.

If you’re short on time in Osaka but still want to see some family-friendly local entertainment, this show offers a unique blend of traditional Japanese musical instruments, sword fighters, and Kabuki lion dancers. The show is interactive, so you might even be chosen to participate on stage and play the Japanese musical instruments.

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.

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.