Arts Festival & Workshop
"Experience the Spirit of Japan!"
"Experience the Spirit of Japan!"
Beginners are welcome! No experience necessary!
Everyone, from elementary school students and above to adults, can experience Japanese culture, including tea ceremony and koto!
Dates and Times: January 24th (Sat) - 25th (Sun), 2026
A stage performance will be held at the same time.
Sunday, January 25, 2026. Doors open at 12:00 PM. Show begins at 1:00 PM (scheduled end at 4:00 PM). Free admission.
schedule
Workshop
January 24, 2026 (Saturday) 10:00 – 17:00
January 25, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 – 16:00
Ikebana (Flower Arrangement) Exhibition
January 24, 2026 (Saturday) 9:00 – 17:00
January 25, 2026 (Sunday) 9:00 – 16:00
Tea Appreciation Gathering
January 25, 2026 (Sunday) 10:00 – 15:00
(Reception ends at 14:30)
Stage Performance
January 25, 2026 (Sunday) 13:00 – 16:00
Venue
Takaoka Culture Hall
13-1 Nakagawa-Sono-machi, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, Japan
Admission Fees
・Stage Performance & Ikebana Exhibition: Free admission
・Tea Ceremony: ¥500
・Workshop (Hands-on Class): Some sessions with participation fee
Workshop (Hands-on Experience Class) Now recruiting participants!
➡Application Form
Please apply from here:
Beginners are welcome! No experience necessary! Everyone, from elementary school students and above to adults, can experience Japanese culture, including tea ceremony and koto!
◆ January 24, 2026 (Saturday)
Japanese Folk Song Experience (Minyou) ・・・・・・・・・・・・
Sounds of Japan: Minyo Experience. Minyo are heartwarming folk songs sung for centuries by farmers, fishermen, and festival-goers. Journey through the Japanese countryside with these folk songs. The lively sounds of the shamisen and the timbre of the small drum resonate with the spirit of community, nature, and celebration. Perfect for beginners and families! No experience necessary.
Content: Learn simple shamisen rhythms and beat the hand drum.
Sing a chorus of upbeat, catchy folk songs.
Join a small "festival" filled with song and laughter.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Clothing: Comfortable clothing
Time
10:30～ / 13:30～ (each session approximately 1 hour)
Participation Fee
Free
Capacity
10 participants
Kouta Experience ・・・・・・・・・・・・
Singing the Heart of Japan: Kouta Experience. Let yourself be transported back in time to the vibrant Edo period as you immerse yourself in the gentle melodies of kouta, a traditional Japanese song. Accompanied by the soft sounds of the shamisen, these charming songs speak of love, the seasons, and everyday joys in just a few minutes. Perfect for beginners and families, no experience necessary.
Contents: Pick up the shamisen and play a simple rhythm.
Sing short, catchy kouta phrases.
Feel the warm, nostalgic atmosphere of old Japan.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Clothing: Comfortable clothing
Your voice, the soul of Japan—come on, let's sing together!
Time
13:00～ (approximately 1 hour)
Participation Fee
Free
Capacity
10 participants
Koto Experience ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・
Discover the Elegance of Japanese Koto Harp (Koto Experience) Immerse yourself in the soothing sounds of the koto – Japan’s iconic 13-string zither that has enchanted listeners for over a thousand years. With its delicate plucks and flowing melodies, this traditional instrument brings the grace of Japanese culture to life. Perfect for first-timers and families! No prior experience needed
What you’ll do: Learn basic plucking techniques with easy guidance
Play a simple, beautiful Japanese melody
Feel the calming resonance of the strings
Duration: 30 minutes
A melodic journey into Japan’s heart – pluck your first note today!
Time
14:00～ (approximately 30 minutes)
Participation Fee
Free
Capacity
10 participants
◆ January 25, 2026 (Sunday)
Noh Experience ・・・・・・・・・・・・
Immerse yourself in the world of Noh, a classical Japanese performing art that has been performed for over 650 years, with this Noh experience. Registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, Noh exudes timeless appeal. With its slow, graceful movements, moving chants, and evocative masks, Noh is a poetic journey into beauty, spirit, and emotion. Perfect for beginners and families, no experience is necessary.
Contents: Experience the expressive power of Noh masks by donning authentic masks.
Practice graceful kata (stylized movements) using a folding fan.
Recite short lines and move to the rhythm of the drums.
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Clothing: Comfortable clothing
Time
13:00～ (approximately 1 hour per session)
Participation Fee
Free
Capacity
20 participants
Note
Please bring white socks
The Way of Tea (Sado) ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・
Experience the Serenity of Japanese Tea Ceremony (Sadō) Step into the tranquil world of Sadō – the traditional Japanese art of preparing and sharing matcha green tea. This centuries-old ritual is more than just a drink; it’s a mindful practice of harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility. Perfect for first-timers and families! No prior experience needed
What you’ll do: Learn the graceful movements of whisking vibrant matcha
Enjoy a bowl of frothy tea with a traditional sweet
Discover the philosophy behind every gesture
Time:
10:00–15:00 (approximately 1 hour)
Participation Fee:
500 yen
Capacity:
Walk-ins welcome (guided as you arrive)
Instructor:
Kirakukai
➡Application Form
Please apply from here:
Organizer
Toyama Cultural Foundation (Public Interest Incorporated Foundation)
Takaoka Culture Hall
Co-organizer
Toyama Prefecture
Supporters
Takaoka City
Takaoka City Board of Education
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