Three Stories on the "Choice Not to Marry" Depicted by Emerging Writers: 'cold feet' Opens May 28th (Thu)! Tickets Now On Sale
The play 'cold feet,' exploring the theme of "the choice not to marry," will be staged from May 28th to 31st, 2026, at a former cinema in Tokyo. Three emerging writers depict stories from their unique perspectives on marriage, with tickets currently on sale via Confetti.
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The play 'cold feet' will be performed from Thursday, May 28, 2026, to Sunday, May 31, 2026, at the Former Cinema (2F Asahi Building, 3-31-18 Higashi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo).
Tickets are now on sale through Confetti (operated by Longrun Planning Co., Ltd., Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Hirotake Kurematsu).
Click here to purchase tickets
Click here for the official website
A theatrical performance that "considers our style of 'marriage'" through three works.
In an era where various forms of "marriage" and related issues are emerging, how should we confront the option of "not marrying"?
Some people have no desire to marry, do not wish to choose the institution of marriage, or cannot marry due to circumstances. How have such individuals dealt with the question, often innocently posed, "Why aren't you married?"
Fuka Yuge, originally from Oita City, Oita Prefecture, and currently an assistant in the Department of Theater Arts at Nihon University College of Art, encountered the significant and regionally diverse theme of "marriage" while researching "local theater." In Tokyo in 2026, writers and performers of different generations and backgrounds will bring this theme to life in three works.
'Playback'
Written by: Kaito Shizuka (Furanburuko)
I was sold suspicious goods by Ms. Momota, whom I met on a dating app. In my despair, I became aware of the existence of another self, "Ore," and together with Ore, I embark on a time-travel journey of "self-murder."
'The Woman Runs'
Written by: Shiori Nakajima (Iihenji)
Hayashi, feeling adrift after breaking up with someone she was considering marrying, saw a post by citizen runner Tasaki on social media. This prompted her to join Tasaki's weekend run. There, she met Hoshino, who was running for her wedding, and Kusunoki, who was running to improve her fitness. The four ran amicably, but a certain event led them to share their life stories.
'A Long Road Ahead'
Written by: Ryu Motohashi (Ungetsuifa)
Jiro and Sachiko, who live in the countryside, traveled to Tokyo for their daughter Yuki's wedding. It was Jiro's secret dream to walk Yuki down the aisle. At the venue, Yuki and her groom Eiji appeared in an outrageous attire. They announced they would have an original wedding, unconstrained by existing values. Jiro became bewildered by the unexpected content.
Performance Overview
'cold feet'
Performance Period: Thursday, May 28, 2026, to Sunday, May 31, 2026
Venue: Former Cinema (2F Asahi Building, 3-31-18 Higashi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo)
■Cast
Rin Ishikawa / Sanshiro Inomata (Nylon 100℃) / Nahoko Kawasumi (Seinendan) / Ren Takeuchi (Gekidan Sports) / Niina Handa (Mamagoto) / Hamashaka / Yo Momose / Nao Yoshizawa (Kiruhatotte)
■Staff
Playwrights: Kaito Shizuka (Furanburuko) / Shiori Nakajima (Iihenji) / Ryu Motohashi (Ungetsuifa)
Director: Shiori Nakajima (Iihenji)
Art: Aoi Ito
Lighting: Jin Nakamura (Kurozaru)
Costume: Maki Taki
Sound: Ayaka Fukuda
Assistant Director: Saki Sakamoto (Ashita wa, Netakunai)
Stage Manager: Chinatsu Karishiba
Public Relations & Accessibility Coordination: Hinata Chida (Corpo Sashi)
Day-of Operations: Fusane Miyano (Karugamo Danchi)
Producer: Fuka Yuge
Promotional Art: Marin Nasu (Kanari Akai)
■Performance Schedule
2026
May 28 (Thu) 19:00
May 29 (Fri) 14:00 / 19:00
May 30 (Sat) 13:00 / 18:00
May 31 (Sun) 13:00
*Doors open 30 minutes before the performance.
*Running time: Approximately 2 hours.
★An after-talk session of about 15 minutes will be held after each performance.
■Ticket Prices
【Advance】
General: 4,000 yen
U30: 3,500 yen
U25: 3,000 yen
Student: 2,000 yen
【Payment on the day】*Reservations only
Student: 2,000 yen
*Please present your student ID and pay at the counter on the day.
(All seats unreserved, tax included)
Grant: Arts Council Tokyo, Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture [Startup Grant]
Ticket website "Confetti"
Ticket purchase flow and Confetti member benefits
https://service.confetti-web.com
Tickets are now on sale through Confetti (operated by Longrun Planning Co., Ltd., Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Hirotake Kurematsu).
Click here to purchase tickets
Click here for the official website
A theatrical performance that "considers our style of 'marriage'" through three works.
In an era where various forms of "marriage" and related issues are emerging, how should we confront the option of "not marrying"?
Some people have no desire to marry, do not wish to choose the institution of marriage, or cannot marry due to circumstances. How have such individuals dealt with the question, often innocently posed, "Why aren't you married?"
Fuka Yuge, originally from Oita City, Oita Prefecture, and currently an assistant in the Department of Theater Arts at Nihon University College of Art, encountered the significant and regionally diverse theme of "marriage" while researching "local theater." In Tokyo in 2026, writers and performers of different generations and backgrounds will bring this theme to life in three works.
'Playback'
Written by: Kaito Shizuka (Furanburuko)
I was sold suspicious goods by Ms. Momota, whom I met on a dating app. In my despair, I became aware of the existence of another self, "Ore," and together with Ore, I embark on a time-travel journey of "self-murder."
'The Woman Runs'
Written by: Shiori Nakajima (Iihenji)
Hayashi, feeling adrift after breaking up with someone she was considering marrying, saw a post by citizen runner Tasaki on social media. This prompted her to join Tasaki's weekend run. There, she met Hoshino, who was running for her wedding, and Kusunoki, who was running to improve her fitness. The four ran amicably, but a certain event led them to share their life stories.
'A Long Road Ahead'
Written by: Ryu Motohashi (Ungetsuifa)
Jiro and Sachiko, who live in the countryside, traveled to Tokyo for their daughter Yuki's wedding. It was Jiro's secret dream to walk Yuki down the aisle. At the venue, Yuki and her groom Eiji appeared in an outrageous attire. They announced they would have an original wedding, unconstrained by existing values. Jiro became bewildered by the unexpected content.
Performance Overview
'cold feet'
Performance Period: Thursday, May 28, 2026, to Sunday, May 31, 2026
Venue: Former Cinema (2F Asahi Building, 3-31-18 Higashi-Nippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo)
■Cast
Rin Ishikawa / Sanshiro Inomata (Nylon 100℃) / Nahoko Kawasumi (Seinendan) / Ren Takeuchi (Gekidan Sports) / Niina Handa (Mamagoto) / Hamashaka / Yo Momose / Nao Yoshizawa (Kiruhatotte)
■Staff
Playwrights: Kaito Shizuka (Furanburuko) / Shiori Nakajima (Iihenji) / Ryu Motohashi (Ungetsuifa)
Director: Shiori Nakajima (Iihenji)
Art: Aoi Ito
Lighting: Jin Nakamura (Kurozaru)
Costume: Maki Taki
Sound: Ayaka Fukuda
Assistant Director: Saki Sakamoto (Ashita wa, Netakunai)
Stage Manager: Chinatsu Karishiba
Public Relations & Accessibility Coordination: Hinata Chida (Corpo Sashi)
Day-of Operations: Fusane Miyano (Karugamo Danchi)
Producer: Fuka Yuge
Promotional Art: Marin Nasu (Kanari Akai)
■Performance Schedule
2026
May 28 (Thu) 19:00
May 29 (Fri) 14:00 / 19:00
May 30 (Sat) 13:00 / 18:00
May 31 (Sun) 13:00
*Doors open 30 minutes before the performance.
*Running time: Approximately 2 hours.
★An after-talk session of about 15 minutes will be held after each performance.
■Ticket Prices
【Advance】
General: 4,000 yen
U30: 3,500 yen
U25: 3,000 yen
Student: 2,000 yen
【Payment on the day】*Reservations only
Student: 2,000 yen
*Please present your student ID and pay at the counter on the day.
(All seats unreserved, tax included)
Grant: Arts Council Tokyo, Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture [Startup Grant]
Ticket website "Confetti"
Ticket purchase flow and Confetti member benefits
https://service.confetti-web.com