Why You Should Visit
The thatched roof of Shimotanikami Stage — a nationally designated important tangible folk cultural property built in 1840 — has been beautifully restored for the first time in 20 years. A commemorative ceremony will be held featuring a taiko drum performance by Kobe Suzurandai High School, followed by the 26th Kobe Kita-ku Rural Kabuki Performance.
Essentials
- location
- Shimotanikami Nōson Kabuki Stage
- period
- March 29, 2026 (Sun)
- Time
- 12:10-13:00
- cost
- Free admission
- access
- 1 Miyonomae, Shimotanikami, Yamada-cho, Kita-ku. Best accessed by taxi or car from Shintetsudojo Station (Kobe Electric Railway).
- REGISTRATION
- No advance registration required
- NOTE
- Will proceed in light rain. The 26th Rural Kabuki Performance will be held after the ceremony. For inquiries: Kobe City Contact Center (0570-083-330 / 078-333-3330).
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