INTRODUCTION
A first-of-its-kind immersive theater experience, set at the UNESCO World Heritage site Nijo Castle, directed by Japan Academy Award–winning filmmaker Junichi Yasuda.
An immersive theater of grand scale, created through the fusion of large-scale LED digital visuals and live performances by actors.
Vast imagery fills your vision, immersive sound envelops the entire space, and the movement and breath of performers unfolding right before your eyes draw audiences deep into the heart of the story.
Directed by Junichi Yasuda and brought to life by SWAG, a creative company dedicated to crafting experiences that leave a lasting impression.
Through the intersection of digital and analog, cutting-edge technology and human expression, enjoy a powerful, one-of-a-kind experience that can only be found in Shiro Geki.
CAST
*Please note that the above performers may be subject to change without prior notice due to health reasons or other circumstances.
*Cover Cast will perform only in case of unavoidable circumstances.
STAFF
Born in Kyoto Prefecture in 1967.
His 2023 film “A Samurai in Time” began with a single-theater release and went on to surpass 10 billion yen at the box office.The film received numerous awards, including the Japan Academy Prize for Best Picture, establishing him as one of Kyoto’s most acclaimed filmmakers.
Born in Osaka.Known for her distinctive world shaped by lyrical scripts rooted in classical traditions and dynamic, contemporary direction.She works across multiple fields including theater and music, and has achieved over 1,000 performances in 20 countries with the Japanese taiko drum ensemble Revue HTB Tenko.In recent years, she has served as writer and director for the Miyagawacho Kyoodori,and received the Sasaki Kizen Award in 2020.
He served as the suit actor for the lead Rider in 18 of the 20 Heisei-era Kamen Rider series.His credits include a starring role in the film “Good Morning, Sleeping Lion,”as well as appearances such as Yagyu Munenori in the streaming series “Shogun’s Ninja.”He is also involved in training performers with Team WIDEN,led by his wife Rie Takaiwa, and the Kyoto-based action workshop he oversees is now in its fifth year.
CALLIGRAPHER
INFORMATION
- Performance Dates : 2026/3/19(Thu)～4/19(Sun)
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On non-performance days, additional shows or experiences are planned.Details will be announced as they are confirmed.
- Price
- Coming soon
ACCESS
Train & Bus
- From Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Line subway to "Karasuma Oike Station",then transfer to the Tozai Line subway to "Nijojo-mae Station".
- From Kyoto Station, board Kyoto City Bus No.9 or No.50 to "Nijojo-mae".
- From Shijo Kawaramachi, board Kyoto City Bus No.12 to "Nijojo-mae".
- Roughly 17 minutes away by foot from JR "Nijo Station".
Hosted by
Nijo-jo Castle Sakura Festival 2026 Nighttime Event Comittee
Supported by
Kyoto City / Kyoto Chamber of Commerce and Industry /(Tentative)Kyoto City Tourism Association / Kyoto Convention and Visitors Bureau / Kyoto Shimbun / KBS Kyoto / FM Kyoto
Design, Direction, Production
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