Banshu Kabuki at Saifukuji Temple 2026

Dates & time: October 4, 2026 (Sun) 10:00〜12:15
cost: 300 yen contribution
Venue & access: Saifukuji Temple, Higashi-Takamuro, Kasai 【Train】About 2.3 km from Hojomachi Station on the Hojo Railway (taxi)
【Car】About 10 minutes from the Kasai interchange on the Chugoku Expressway. Parking available

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A morning at Saifukuji Temple in Higashi-Takamuro, Kasai, the place regarded as the birthplace of Banshu Kabuki. A memorial service and a Buddhist talk come first, then students of Harima Agricultural High School's local heritage club perform the Yoshinoyama scene from Yoshitsune Senbon Zakura. The Taka Town Banshu Kabuki Club is introduced and old Takamuro play scripts are on show in the main hall. Stalls in the grounds sell vegetarian curry, ramen and coffee. Entry is a 300 yen contribution. For anyone who wants to see a living rural kabuki tradition up close.

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Saifukuji is the temple linked to the birth of Banshu Kabuki in Higashi-Takamuro
The high school club is coached by graduates and the Taka Town Banshu Kabuki Club, and performed the same play here in October 2024 (Kobe Shimbun)

※Enquiries: 0790-42-1203 (Saifukuji)

*Organiser: Saifukuji Temple (Soto Zen) / Supported by the Kasai Buddhist Association / In cooperation with Higashi-Takamuro and the Taka Town Banshu Kabuki Club

※On the same day the Kasai Hojo Autumn Festival is held in the Hojo old town

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Do I need to book?

No booking has been announced. Pay the 300 yen contribution on the day.

Is there parking?

Parking is available, though the number of spaces has not been announced.