Shinohara Engei Theater

This full-fledged playhouse, opened in 1951, is the oldest in Tokyo dedicated to taishu engeki popular theater. The theater is situated along Jujo Chuo-dori Street connected JR Jujo Station and Higashi-Jujo Station. Performances are held virtually every day from 18:00 and two shows, one in the afternoon and one in the evening, are held on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Programs primarily consist of plays, mini shows, and dancing. Audience seats are located so close to the stage you can practically reach out and touch the performers, adding to the realism and atmosphere. There's also an elevated walkway which extends out into the seats, enabling actors and audience members to get even closer. Actors such as Tomio Umezawa also perform here, and the theater is loved by locals.

Spot details

Address: Tokyo Kita-ku Nakajujo 2-17-6 Map
Area: Sugamo / Komagome / Oji Area
Hours: [Daytime section] Starts at 12:00
[Evenings section] Starts at 17:30
Closed: Irregular holidays
Fees: [Admiration fee] Adults1,800yen, Children1,000yen
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Available (time limit Available)
Wi-Fi: Not available
Note: Temporary suspension:Closed until May 21, 2020 (Information as of May 20, 2020)
* Information may be changed, so please be sure to check the official information.
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Average budget: [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
[Dinner] 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 120 minutes or more
Wheelchair accessible: Available (Advance reservation required)
Infant friendly: Available