Performing Arts Hall Spots in Awaji Island Area

  • Awaji Puppet Theater
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    Hyougo Pref. Minamiawajishi Fukura Kou 1528-1 ground point
    Located in Fukurako, Minami Awaji City, this is the only theater exclusively dedicated to Awaji Ningyo Joruri puppetry, a nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property boasting 500 years of history. They have scheduled performances four times a day. Special performances can be arranged with advance reservation for groups of 30 or more. The Awaji Ningyo Joruri Museum in Minami Awaji City's Ichisanjo has exhibits featuring items like joruri puppets and other tools.

    Set against beautiful Fukura Bay, Awaji Ningyo Za offers a magical entrance into the captivating tradition of Japanese puppetry. The beautiful one-of-a-kind theater offers daily performances with...

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