Hinoemata Kabuki

Hinoemata Kabuki

Hinoemata Kabuki (a form of traditional Japanese theatre) has been used as a ceremonial practice in Hinoemata Village since the Edo Period. Hinoemata Kabuki, performed at an outdoor theatre, is an extremely important tradition for the village, and is passed down from generation to generation.

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Venue Details

Venue Details
Websitehttp://www.oze-info.jp/history/(Automated translation available)
Contact

Oze-Hinoemata Tourism Association

(+81) 241-75-2432

Best Season
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Autumn
Related infoAnnual Performance Schedule:

May 12: Atago-shin Ceremonial Kabuki

August 18: Chinju-jin Ceremonial Kabuki

First Saturday of September: Kabuki Evening
Access Details
Access670 Idaira, Hinoemata Village, Minamiaizu District, Fukushima Pref. 967-0521
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Getting there

By Car: 2 hour drive from the Shirakawa I.C. exit off the Tohoku Expressway

By Train: 75 min drive by rental car from Aizu Tajima Station

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