Ayumi Shirotani, a ghost storyteller whose tickets are hard to get, will hold his solo performance "Zenshinzenrei Vol.5" again at Akihabara UDX Theater (3 performances)! This year's theme is the true essence of Shirotani-bushi ~Kaifuruidan~
Ghost storyteller Ayumi Shirotani's solo performance "Zenshinzenrei Vol.5" is scheduled for July 24-25, 2026, at Akihabara UDX Theater. The theme this year is "Kaifuruidan," featuring Shirotani's lyrical storytelling and a collaboration with biwa player Kyoji Maruyama. Tickets go on sale starting May 7.
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Zenshinzenrei Flyer (Front)
Centenaria Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Kuniaki Kawai) has decided to host Ayumi Shirotani's solo ghost storytelling performance "Zenshinzenrei Vol.5 Shirotani-bushi's True Essence ~Kaifuruidan~" at Akihabara UDX Theater on July 24 (Fri) - 25 (Sat), 2026.
This year's theme is "Kaifuruidan" (Mysterious, Frightening, and Tearful Stories).
Ghost stories contain many elements of mystery, terror, and sometimes evoke tears that touch the heart, as well as numerous such episodes themselves.
We will deliver the full charm of such ghost stories, with Shirotani's lyrical storytelling, which has a solid reputation, and his unique "Shirotani-bushi" style.
The second act will feature a program of classical ghost stories in collaboration with the familiar biwa player Kyoji Maruyama.
Each performance will feature entirely different ghost stories.
The venue is "Akihabara UDX Theater."
Utilizing the spatial characteristics of a movie theater to the fullest, you can experience the ultimate and most terrifying ghost storytelling entertainment with Ayumi Shirotani's stories, enhanced by sound effects, lighting effects, and visual effects.
Zenshinzenrei Flyer (Back)
■ Ghost Storyteller Ayumi Shirotani Solo Performance "Zenshinzenrei Vol.5 Shirotani-bushi's True Essence ~Kaifuruidan~" Event Outline
* Special Website: https://centenaria.co.jp/special/zenshinzenrei05/
* Performer: Ayumi Shirotani (Ghost Storyteller)
* Guest: Kyoji Maruyama (Satsuma Biwa Player)
* Date: July 24, 2026 (Fri) ● 7:00 PM ~ July 25, 2026 (Sat) ● 1:00 PM ~ ● 6:00 PM ~
* Venue: Akihabara UDX Theater
* Akihabara UDX 4F, 4-14-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
* Admission Ticket: ¥5,000
* *Sales start from 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 7, 2026, via Ticketpay.*
* https://www.ticketpay.jp/search/?keyword=%E5%85%A8%E5%BF%83%E5%85%A8%E9%9C%8A
■ About Performance Goods
In addition to new Zenshinzenrei original design T-shirts (2 types), the latest items such as tenugui (hand towels), photo books, sticker sets, and acrylic stands that can only be purchased at the venue will be sold.
* *Product lineup is subject to change.*
■ Guide to Oshitani Members Benefits
* *Please bring and present your membership card.*
1. Priority Admission
* Please arrive by opening time.
* Venue staff will guide you on the day.
2. Special Lottery
* A lottery will be held at the goods sales corner.
* You might win rare goods!?
Scenes from last year's performance
■ Ayumi Shirotani Profile
Entered the world of stage theater at age 15, and served as the head of a theater company from 2000-2011.
Debuted as a ghost storyteller in 2012.
Through self-taught research of rakugo, koudan, and benshi storytelling, he established his nostalgic and unique storytelling style, "Shirotani-bushi."
He continues to hone his skills daily, seeking a form of ghost storytelling that can be widely enjoyed by people of all ages and genders.
In addition to appearing and hosting various events, live performances, and recitals, he has appeared in media, released ghost story books, DVDs, and CDs, and has performed over 10,000 ghost storytelling sessions to date.
He possesses over 500 stories, combining true stories and classical tales.
Ghost Storyteller Ayumi Shirotani
[Youtube Channel]
"Shirotani's World Shirotani Kaidan" *Subscribers: Over 124,000 (as of May 2026)*
http://www.youtube.com/@%E5%9F%8E%E8%B0%B7%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E5%9F%8E%E8%B0%B7%E6%80%AA%E8%AB%B7
[Staff]
Lighting: Akito Kosaka
Sound: Seiji Tajima
Video: Souper Co., Ltd.
Day-of Production: WITH YOU Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Recording/Filming & Production Support: SORAE Co., Ltd., Toru Tanaka
Promotional Art: Mutation Graphics Co., Ltd.
Title Calligraphy: Yuki Hasegawa
Cooperation: Day-Night Co., Ltd.
Producer: Kuniaki Kawai
Host: Centenaria Co., Ltd.
■ Inquiries regarding this matter
info@centenaria.co.jp (Contact: Kawai)
Centenaria Co., Ltd. (Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Kuniaki Kawai) has decided to host Ayumi Shirotani's solo ghost storytelling performance "Zenshinzenrei Vol.5 Shirotani-bushi's True Essence ~Kaifuruidan~" at Akihabara UDX Theater on July 24 (Fri) - 25 (Sat), 2026.
This year's theme is "Kaifuruidan" (Mysterious, Frightening, and Tearful Stories).
Ghost stories contain many elements of mystery, terror, and sometimes evoke tears that touch the heart, as well as numerous such episodes themselves.
We will deliver the full charm of such ghost stories, with Shirotani's lyrical storytelling, which has a solid reputation, and his unique "Shirotani-bushi" style.
The second act will feature a program of classical ghost stories in collaboration with the familiar biwa player Kyoji Maruyama.
Each performance will feature entirely different ghost stories.
The venue is "Akihabara UDX Theater."
Utilizing the spatial characteristics of a movie theater to the fullest, you can experience the ultimate and most terrifying ghost storytelling entertainment with Ayumi Shirotani's stories, enhanced by sound effects, lighting effects, and visual effects.
Zenshinzenrei Flyer (Back)
■ Ghost Storyteller Ayumi Shirotani Solo Performance "Zenshinzenrei Vol.5 Shirotani-bushi's True Essence ~Kaifuruidan~" Event Outline
* Special Website: https://centenaria.co.jp/special/zenshinzenrei05/
* Performer: Ayumi Shirotani (Ghost Storyteller)
* Guest: Kyoji Maruyama (Satsuma Biwa Player)
* Date: July 24, 2026 (Fri) ● 7:00 PM ~ July 25, 2026 (Sat) ● 1:00 PM ~ ● 6:00 PM ~
* Venue: Akihabara UDX Theater
* Akihabara UDX 4F, 4-14-1 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
* Admission Ticket: ¥5,000
* *Sales start from 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 7, 2026, via Ticketpay.*
* https://www.ticketpay.jp/search/?keyword=%E5%85%A8%E5%BF%83%E5%85%A8%E9%9C%8A
■ About Performance Goods
In addition to new Zenshinzenrei original design T-shirts (2 types), the latest items such as tenugui (hand towels), photo books, sticker sets, and acrylic stands that can only be purchased at the venue will be sold.
* *Product lineup is subject to change.*
■ Guide to Oshitani Members Benefits
* *Please bring and present your membership card.*
1. Priority Admission
* Please arrive by opening time.
* Venue staff will guide you on the day.
2. Special Lottery
* A lottery will be held at the goods sales corner.
* You might win rare goods!?
Scenes from last year's performance
■ Ayumi Shirotani Profile
Entered the world of stage theater at age 15, and served as the head of a theater company from 2000-2011.
Debuted as a ghost storyteller in 2012.
Through self-taught research of rakugo, koudan, and benshi storytelling, he established his nostalgic and unique storytelling style, "Shirotani-bushi."
He continues to hone his skills daily, seeking a form of ghost storytelling that can be widely enjoyed by people of all ages and genders.
In addition to appearing and hosting various events, live performances, and recitals, he has appeared in media, released ghost story books, DVDs, and CDs, and has performed over 10,000 ghost storytelling sessions to date.
He possesses over 500 stories, combining true stories and classical tales.
Ghost Storyteller Ayumi Shirotani
[Youtube Channel]
"Shirotani's World Shirotani Kaidan" *Subscribers: Over 124,000 (as of May 2026)*
http://www.youtube.com/@%E5%9F%8E%E8%B0%B7%E3%81%AE%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E5%9F%8E%E8%B0%B7%E6%80%AA%E8%AB%B7
[Staff]
Lighting: Akito Kosaka
Sound: Seiji Tajima
Video: Souper Co., Ltd.
Day-of Production: WITH YOU Enterprise Co., Ltd.
Recording/Filming & Production Support: SORAE Co., Ltd., Toru Tanaka
Promotional Art: Mutation Graphics Co., Ltd.
Title Calligraphy: Yuki Hasegawa
Cooperation: Day-Night Co., Ltd.
Producer: Kuniaki Kawai
Host: Centenaria Co., Ltd.
■ Inquiries regarding this matter
info@centenaria.co.jp (Contact: Kawai)