Zakuro Show in Tokyo: Exceptional Experience of Traditional Japanese Music

Experience the exceptional Zakuro Show in Tokyo, featuring traditional Japanese music performed by top-level musicians. Bilingual and conveniently located, this 1-hour show is a must-see for residents and travelers alike!

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Zakuro Show - We introduce Japanese Culture to international audiences in an easy-to-understand and enjoyable way. On our stage, Japan’s Top-level musicians play traditional musical instruments, talk about the secrets of their craft, share historical knowledge, and interact with the audience.
    Each tune is carefully selected to provide context. The…
What's Included
  • English translation provided during the show
Additional Information

The show lasts for 1 hour and is conveniently situated just a short walk from major tourist spots.
Throughout the performance, musicians will take brief breaks to discuss the musical instruments they are using, share historical context about the pieces being played, and engage with the audience. The Zakuro show is designed to be easily understood by both…

Location
Zakuro Show
6-34-14 Jingumae, Omotesando Bldg. B2 Floor
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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548nawfalm
Oct 31, 2024
Unforgettable experience - An absolutely amazing and unforgettable experience. Being so close to the performers was entrancing. The explanations of the history of the instruments was informative and entertaining!
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Mariecl_mentinem2024
Oct 25, 2024
Excellent experience - An excellent traditional music concert where you can learn more about the instruments through the small interlude during the concert. We had a very good time. I recommend;)
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285c_cilev
Oct 25, 2024
Great musical show - Exceptional show! Vibrant and moving traditional music, the tracks are extremely well executed. The musicians are really very talented, humble and friendly. I highly recommend this experience! Thank you again for this dreamlike moment!
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Uma_l
Oct 21, 2024
Beautiful experience - This was a wonderful experience. The show was perfect, well-organised, and the music was exceptional. I just wish the show was longer!!
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Q106testevens
Oct 16, 2024
Awesome Experience! - Fantastic experience! Outstanding musicians whomcan really groove on traditional Japanese instruments majing this wonderful musical tradition accessible to the Western ear. Transformative evening!
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Wienblue
Oct 16, 2024
Great performance - The performance is completely above expectations with professional performers, enjoyable music and introduction! Strongly recommended!
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Alexisbn7054wt
May 3, 2024
Highly recommended - Very nice show of classical and contemporary Japanese music, presented with fascinating information about the technique of the instruments and their historical origins. Very much recommendable.
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425urib
May 2, 2024
Great music and musicians - Wonderful music! I don't know how anyone can call this boring, sure some pieces can be long which requires a specific mood and mindset to enjoy but in this one hour (I actually went to both the A and B sets which had different pieces) performance was perfect. The included instrument introductions were succinct and enriching, the English translation (by a non-professional translator) was on-point at least as far as I could tell (I know some Japanese) if at times a little unnatural (the translator was not a native English speaker) The musicians themselves were kind, highly skilled and humorous and not at all stuffy and uptight like you might expect from "traditional" musicians (think of an elitist, stuffy classical pianist) and agreed to be photographed and filmed both during and after the show. You could even get a photo with the musicians (with your own camera or phone). Finally, the souvenir shop on the way out was OK and what it lacked in variety (would've loved a T-shirt, it's kind of a thing for me when I go to musicals and musical performances, but they only had keychains, tote bag and a CD with the A set pieces) it made up with quality as the items were designed and (some of them) crafted by the same traditional craftsmen who build traditional Japanese instruments. All in all, had a great time and would highly recommend you check them out (you can also find them on YouTube to get a taste).
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Charlotte_w
Apr 27, 2024
100% Recommend - I loved that this wasn't just a music experience but also a discussion of the instruments and how music is engrained in Japanese culture. It was honestly fascinating and the music showed such a range. I bought the CD at the end as I was so enamoured. Definitely recommend not only for the music but the insight into Japanese culture
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Felinewhich
Apr 17, 2024
Amazing experience worth every penny! - Perhaps, unlike many other visitors to this show, I was the only one who isn't a casual tourist, but a Tokyo's resident. Yet, it was my first time experiencing traditional Japanese music instruments live. And what's more, it was happening within arm's reach, right in front of me. I must say that the show not only met my expectations (I've read couple of reviews before going), but exceeded them! No reviews or videos on the Internet can convey how great it is live! The skill of musicians is undeniable, their fingers fly over the instruments, and their facial expressions are mesmerising - they are so passionately giving themselves to music that you too become captivated. I was also glad to learn that this is not just a musical, but also an educational show. Especially if this is your first encounter with such music (as it was in my case), it's great to understand what kind of song is being performed, why specifically these instruments are being used, and what exactly the musicians are doing to extract the sound from their instruments! Amazing! I wish I could've stayed for the second show of the evening! Will definitely go again and recommend to everyone I know!
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From $39
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).