Takashi Kuwata Challenges Zeami's Masterpiece 'Izutsu' Again! A Sweet and Sour First Love Story of Ariwara no Narihira Based on Chapter 23 of 'The Tales of Ise'
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- Takashi Kuwata Challenges Zeami's Masterpiece 'Izutsu' Again! A Sweet and Sour First Love Story of Ariwara no Narihira Based on Chapter 23 of 'The Tales of Ise'
- Takashi Kuwata will perform Zeami's masterpiece Noh play 'Izutsu' again. Based on the first love story of Ariwara no Narihira, it depicts the emotions of Lady Kii no Aritsune's daughter. Mansai Nomura will also perform in the Kyogen play. The event will be held at the Kanze Noh Theater on July 4, 2026.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 9, 2026
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Takashi Kuwata will perform Zeami's masterpiece Noh play 'Izutsu' again. Based on the first love story of Ariwara no Narihira, it depicts the emotions of Lady Kii no Aritsune's daughter. Mansai Nomura will also perform in the Kyogen play. The event will be held at the Kanze Noh Theater on July 4, 2026.
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- Takashi Kuwata Challenges Zeami's Masterpiece 'Izutsu' Again! A Sweet and Sour First Love Story of Ariwara no Narihira Based on Chapter 23 of 'The Tales of Ise' (June 9, 2026), PR Times
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- June 9, 2026
Takashi Kuwata will perform Zeami's masterpiece Noh play 'Izutsu' again. Based on the first love story of Ariwara no Narihira, it depicts the emotions of Lady Kii no Aritsune's daughter. Mansai Nomura will also perform in the Kyogen play. The event will be held at the Kanze Noh Theater on July 4, 2026.
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Zeami, the great master of Noh and the author of 'Izutsu,' proudly described it as 'Izutsu, Kami-bana' – possessing the highest flower.
The protagonist on stage is the daughter of Kii no Aritsune, who was the wife of Ariwara no Narihira, a rare handsome nobleman. Effectively using the waka poems appearing in 'The Tales of Ise,' she sings of her memories with Narihira and contemplates her reflection in the well while wearing Narihira's robes. In the Kyogen play 'Nariagari,' Mansai Nomura humorously portrays the Taro Kantaro desperately making excuses by any means necessary.
Shimai (Dance-chant): 'Kasano Dan' / Yoshimasa Kanze
Kyogen (Comic interlude): 'Nariagari' / Mansai Nomura
Noh (Classical Japanese musical drama): 'Izutsu' / Takashi Kuwata
Performance Overview
Takashi Kuwata Noh Festival 'Izutsu'
Performance Date and Time: Saturday, July 4, 2026 | Doors open 12:30 PM / Performance starts 1:30 PM
Venue: 25th Kanze Sakon Memorial Kanze Noh Theater (6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)
■Performers
Takashi Kuwata
Yoshimasa Kanze
Mansai Nomura
■Ticket Prices
【Reserved Seats】
S Seats (Main Stage Front): ¥8,000
A Seats (Side Stage Front / Partial Mid-Stage Front): ¥6,600
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FAQ
When will Takashi Kuwata's Noh play 'Izutsu' be performed?
It will be performed on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the 25th Kanze Sakon Memorial Kanze Noh Theater. Doors open at 12:30 PM and the performance starts at 1:30 PM.
What is the story of 'Izutsu' about?
Based on 'The Tales of Ise,' the play centers on the daughter of Kii no Aritsune, who was the wife of Ariwara no Narihira, reflecting on memories with him and her own image.
How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets are on sale through Confetti. You can purchase them via the official website or the ticket site 'Confetti'.
What role will Mansai Nomura play?
Mansai Nomura will humorously portray the role of Taro Kantaro in the Kyogen play 'Nariagari'.
How do I get to the venue?
The venue is the 25th Kanze Sakon Memorial Kanze Noh Theater (6-10-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo). It is accessible by public transportation.