日本殺陣道協会 Japan Tatedo Association
Japanese culture course
A Moment to taste Japanese Culture Like a Buffet
Dive into Japanese traditions you’ve always wanted to try.
Immerse yourself and explore new facets of who you are.
This is the ultimate time to indulge your curiosity,
a joy like no other—the joy of “EXPERIENCE”
EXPERIENCE
【体験】
・Calligraphy
・Syamisen・Ozashiki Asobi
・Tea ceremony
・Noh
・Shakuhachi・Koto
・Japanese Dance
・Samurai
Duration:
9:00 PM – 9:45 PM
10:00 PM – 10:45 PM
Event Dates
For details on each course, please see below
Instructor Nishiyama Maki
Profile From a young age, I have been captivated by the richness of expression in brushwork, creating calligraphy and paintings as a form of artistic expression.
Through the power of words, the allure of brush strokes, and the freedom of imagination, I celebrate and share the joy of Japanese culture.
Experience Overview
You will experience posture, ink grinding techniques,
and brush handling as you try writing basic characters.
At the end, you can write your favorite character, word, or name
on a decorative square paper (shikishi) and freely embellish it as you like!
Take home a one-of-a-kind masterpiece created by you.
Date and Time
定員：6名
February 11, 18, and 25
March 4, 11, 18, 25 and 27
Each day at 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM
Maximum Capacity: 8 people
Instructor Kiyama Kaoru
Profile
Kaoru Kiyama, a former junior high school teacher and geisha, is now a shamisen performer who brings joy through her music. She runs a shamisen school in Osaka and performs a wide range of shamisen music, from Okinawan sanshin to Tsugaru shamisen!
Experience Overview:
Participants will begin by practicing how to hold and play the shamisen to make sounds. Afterward, they will enjoy a live performance listening to various shamisen music genres and try playing the scales used in those styles. Finally, participants will learn and perform a Japanese song together as an ensemble.
What to Bring/Wear
No special items or attire are required, but having long nails on your left hand may make playing difficult.
Date and Time
February 4, 13, 20 and 27
March 6, 13, and 19
Each day at 9:00 PM
Maximum Capacity: 4 people
Instructor Kiyama Kaoru
Profile:
Kaoru Kiyama is a former junior high school teacher who later worked as a geisha in Kyoto’s traditional districts HANAMACHI, performing Japanese dance and playing the shamisen to accompany ozashiki asobi (traditional parlor games). She is now performing as shamisen performer, showcasing a diverse repertoire ranging from Okinawan sanshin to Tsugaru shamisen music.
Experience Details
You will have the opportunity to experience the traditional “Ozashiki” setting, where Geisha and Maiko entertain guests with games such as Konpira Fune Fune. The game includes a playful penalty called the “Batsu Hai” (penalty cup), where the losing participant drinks a cup of sake in rhythm with the shamisen music.
Note: Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for participants under 20 years of age or those who cannot consume alcohol.
What to Bring/Wear: No special items or attire are required.
Note: Professional geiko and maiko will not be in the venue during this experience.
Date and Time
February 4, 13, 20 and 27
March 6, 13, and 19
Each day at 10:00 PM
Maximum Capacity: 4 people
Instructor
Shohou, Civil ambassador of the Japanese spirit of harmony
Profile
Through the practices of tea ceremony and iaido, He promotes a way of life in harmony with nature. As an ambassador of wa-gokoro (the Japanese spirit of harmony), He engages in activities that nurture a healthy and happy mind and body.
Experience Overview
You will learn the basic etiquette for enjoying matcha in a tea ceremony, including how to properly receive and drink it. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to prepare matcha yourself, experiencing the art of tea-making firsthand while gaining an understanding of the spirit of omotenashi (Japanese hospitality).
What to Bring
No specific items required
Date and Time
February 26
21:00 or 22:00
March 3, 17 and 24
Each day at 9:00 PM
Maximum Capacity: 4 people
Instructor Misuta Yugo
Profile Yugo Mizuta is a Noh performer (Shite-kata, Kanze school, semi-professional rank/recognized as a Holder of Important Intangible Cultural Properties and a member of the Nohgaku Performers’ Association). Dedicated to passing Noh to future generations, he organizes children’s Noh classes and performs chanting and dances as offerings at shrines to promote this traditional art form.
What You Can Expect
Participants will learn Noh chanting (utai) and dancing (shimai), followed by a hands-on experience with Noh masks. Optional activities include dressing in Noh costumes for posing, trying the spiderweb-throwing performance, or making a paper Noh mask.
Optional Activities:
Trying on a Noh mask (nomen)
Posing in traditional Noh costumes (noh shozoku)
Experiencing the spider web-throwing scene from the Noh play Tsuchigumo
What to Bring:
Tabi socks or regular socks (bare feet are not recommended for suriashi sliding step practice).
A recording device, or a smartphone if you don’t have one.
Dress Code
Since the experience includes the surisashi walking practice, please bring your own socks.
Date and Time
February 5, 12, and 19
March 5, 12, 20and 26
Each day at 9:00 PM and 10:00MP
Maximum Capacity: 6 people
Instructor Yoshio Miyata
Profile
He began playing the shakuhachi during his time at Kochi University and has studied under reknowned shakuhachi player Toshimitsu Ishikawa.
He received the encouragement award at the “Kumamoto Traditional Japanese Music Competition.”Currently, he performs as part of a husband-and-wife duo in various settings, including concerts, live performances, events, stage music, school shows and lessons, and even performances at nursing homes.With his gentle tones and deeply moving performances, he shares the charm of traditional Japanese music with many people.
Experience Details
Participants will learn the performance posture, hand positioning, and how to hold the shakuhachi.
The session will cover how to produce sound, including breath control and embouchure (mouth shape), with the goal of producing single notes.
Once participants can produce sounds, they will try simple phrases using 2-3 notes.
The koto and shakuhachi experiences are held together, allowing you to enjoy both.
Date and Time
February 14, 21, and 28
March 7, 14, 21, and 28
Each day at 9:00PM and 10:00 PM
Maximum Capacity: 4 people
Instructor Emi Iwako
Koto Music, Jiuta Shamisen, and 17-String Koto Performer / Japanese-English Interpreter
Having started learning the koto at an early age,she has shared the allure of Japanese music both domestically and internationally through welcome performances at cruise ship arrival events, Japanese cultural lectures hosted by the Consulate-General of Japan in Shanghai, and as an MC at the World Shakuhachi Festival. Since 2017, they have studied koto and shamisen under the late Satomi Fukaumi. Currently, she performs alongside their husband, shakuhachi musician Yoshio Miyata, contributing to the promotion of Japan’s traditional music.
Koto Experience Workshop
Experience Details
- Discover the elegance of the traditional stringed instrument, the koto, by learning to touch and play its strings.
- Participants will learn about the structure of the instrument and receive guidance on attaching the koto picks and proper posture.
- The highlight of the experience is practicing the iconic Japanese song Sakura Sakura, allowing participants to enjoy the graceful tones of the koto firsthand.
- Try playing a simple melody yourself!
What to Bring/Wear: Nothing specific is required.
The koto and shakuhachi experiences are held together, allowing you to enjoy both.
Date and Time
February 14, 21, and 28
March 7, 14, 21, and 28
Each day at 9:00PM and 10:00 PM
Maximum Capacity: 4 people
Instructor
Daisen Yamato,3rd gen.
Founder’s Family (Sōke) of YamatoTaisu Yamato, 4th gen. Headmaster (Iemoto) Hanao
Profile
The Yamatos have performed on stages across Japan, including the National Theatre, National Bunraku Theatre, and Hakataza, as well as internationally at venues like Carnegie Hall.Rooted in classical Japanese dance, our performances adapt to the times by incorporating styles set to popular songs and jazz.
Experience Details
At the beginning of the session, we start with a traditional Japanese greeting, and at the end, we close with another greeting. Participants will have the chance to learn the basics, such as how to hold a folding fan and how to move their feet. While covering the fundamentals, you’ll enjoy simple and engaging choreography set to lyrics, making it both enjoyable and easy to follow.
What to Bring:
Tabi socks or regular socks（They are also available for purchase at the venue.）
Date and Time
February 6, 17, and 24
9:00PM・10:00PM
March 3, 17, and 24
10:00PM
10 and 31
9PM and 10PM
Maximum Capacity: 6 people
Instructor
- Akabē: A seasoned veteran with 30 years of experience in Iaido.
- Saizō: The samurai with the most “cuttable” face!
- Jūbē: A very friendly and reliable samurai.
Note: Each session is typically taught by a single instructor.
Experience Details
We will provide careful instruction starting with the basic way to hold a katana.
After learning the basic stances and cutting techniques, you’ll practice simple choreographed movements (Tate action scenes).
Finally, let’s record a video complete with music and sound effects!
What to Bring
Please bring water or other beverages for hydration.
Since you’ll be wearing a kimono over your clothes, we recommend coming in comfortable, easy-to-move-in attire.
Samurai instructors
Akabe
Jyube
Saizou
Event Dates
February
4th, 5th, 6th
10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th
17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st
24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th
March
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th
17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st
24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 31st
Sessions are held at 9:00 PM and 10:00 PM on all listed dates.
Maximum Capacity: 10 people
Contact Us
TEL 06-6536-8048
Email info@nihontatedokyokai.com
