Amazing Japan Lounge : Exclusive Japanese performing arts Reviews

Chelsea Quezergue 2026.10.02

     

Today I saw an English Rakugo performance by Koraku Kanariya, and it was wonderful. Very fun and lighthearted humor in an intimate, yet friendly space in an area of Tokyo that I don't think most tourists visit. I would 10/10 recommend this experience to anyone (they can do English and French performances in addition to Japanese of course), and it can be adapted for so many different groups and ages.

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Hiroko Sasaki 2026.09.16

     

普段なかなか見られない日本伝統芸能のショーを間近で鑑賞でき、とても楽しいひとときでした。演者の方との距離が非常に近く、どの席からも臨場感あふれるパフォーマンスが見られます。後半には参加者全員がその伝統芸能を実際に体験させてもらえるというユニークな構成。ただ鑑賞するよりも、その伝統芸能を身近に、自分ごととして感じられ、親しみを抱くことができました。オーナーの方々のご対応も丁寧で、心あたたまるサービスをしていただきました。この度はありがとうございました。

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M 2026.09.11

     

I joined an English rakugo performance and it was such an amazing experience! It was my first time seeing rakugo live. KANARIYA Koraku explained the art form and showed us how to enjoy it, including how to mime eating soba using only our hands. We enjoyed an English version of the famous story "Chiritotechin". His performance was absolutely captivating and immediately drew me into his world!! Highly recommended if you're looking for a unique Japanese cultural experience!!

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JAVIERA MARTINEZ GAJARDO 2026.09.09

     

Amazing Japan Lounge es un espacio destinado al entretenimiento tradicional japones. Cada martes, jueves y viernes, se realizan actividades de Shamisen, Nihon Buyo (danza tradicional japonesa) y Rakugo ( monólogo humorístico japonés). En este lugar podrás disfrutar de un show de calidad, de una forma personalizada, ya que el espacio es destinado para que el público sienta la experiencia de una forma más inmersiva, a excepción de lugares grandes como teatros, donde no puedes ver al artista en su totalidad. Asistí el día de Rakugo, y el artista explica en inglés toda su historia, que data de hace más de 500 años! Luego presenta distintos escenarios humorísticos, y después de la ronda de Preguntas y Respuestas, se hace un mini taller donde tu también puedes participar. Un imperdible si te interesa la cultura milenaria de Japón y quieres participar de estos eventos.

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Shingo Nakamura 2026.09.08

     

An incredible up-close Tsugaru shamisen experience!! I joined the bilingual Tsugaru shamisen show on a Tuesday afternoon, and it was one of the memorable day of my weekdays!! The room only holds about 10 people, so you're watching the performance from just a few feet away — that alone was amazing. You can see every movement of the player's hands and really feel the sound in the room. The performer explained everything in English with a great sense of humor, which made it so easy to stay engaged and actually understand what I was listening to. They played traditional Japanese pieces as well as some songs everyone knows, and it was genuinely thrilling. At the end, we even got to hold and play the shamisen ourselves! I had no idea it was that heavy, and playing it is way harder than they make it look. It gave me so much more respect for the skill involved. I absolutely love the unique sound of this instrument — it's calming in a way I didn't expect. If you want to experience a traditional Japanese instrument up close, in a quiet setting that works great for families too, I highly recommend this. And apparently the space turns into a bar at night — I'll definitely be back!

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高橋陽介 2026.09.07

     

We really enjoyed the shamisen performance. The room is quite small, so we could see the musician’s movements and hear the instrument from very close by. After the performance, we had time to ask questions and learn a little about the shamisen. The performer was friendly, and taking a photo together at the end was a nice way to remember the experience.

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うみ 2026.09.05

     

Enjoyed an authentic experience in a hidden place

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Suzie 2026.09.05

     

A wonderful and truly authentic Japanese cultural experience! The rakugo performer was fantastic, and his English was excellent—I laughed the whole time! It was wonderful to experience traditional Japanese culture so close up. I heard they also have Japanese dance and shamisen performances, so I’d love to come back for another session!

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Vita Derhachova 2026.09.05

     

Amazing Japan Lounge is a beautiful and atmospheric cultural venue in Nihonbashi where you can experience traditional Japanese performing arts in a small and intimate setting. I especially loved the close-up performance format. Being so near the performers allowed me to appreciate every movement, facial expression, and the powerful sound of the shamisen in a way that feels very different from a large theater. After the performance, there was a friendly talk session where the artists shared the meaning behind Nihon Buyo, Shamisen, and Rakugo, and warmly answered guests' questions. This time, I even had the opportunity to try playing the shamisen myself! The performer invited every guest to come up one by one, and we even played from sheet music 🤣. It was such a fun and unforgettable experience, and I was genuinely happy to be part of it. The atmosphere was incredibly welcoming and comfortable, bringing together people from many different countries. It's a wonderful place for anyone who wants to connect more deeply with Japanese traditional culture and create a truly memorable experience in Tokyo.

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yusuke koide 2026.09.04

     

今回は三味線の回に参加させていただきました。三味線のプロが英語でジョークを交えつつ伝統的な曲からゲームやアニメの音楽まで幅広く演奏してくださってとても楽しめました。演奏者の方との距離が近く体全体で三味線の迫力を感じることができ、こんなにパワフルな楽器だったのかと驚きました。 実際に三味線を弾かせていただく時間もありとても良い経験になりました。外国人の方を連れて行ってあげると喜ばれると思います。

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Around Japan 2026.09.04

     

It was amazing to learn some amazing Kabuki dance moves from an artist herself. The dance was delicate, and full of symbolic meanings. It exposed you to the wonderful history behind rich Japanese culture. Most importantly, everything was explained in English allowing travelers to be at ease in understanding the stories. The lounge was cozy and intimate. The supporting staff were helpful and cheerful all the time.

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Iryna Derhachova 2026.09.03

     

Amazing Japan Lounge - Exclusive Japanese performing arts: geisha, shamisen and rakugo This time I joined a wonderful shamisen performance and learned a lot! It was also amusing and I’m thankful to all of the organisers for this precious time! Amazing Lounge is not a mere Japanese culture performance where you just watch - it’s a fully interactive and unique experience where you can communicate with the performers and even learn from them! Amazing Japan Lounge - lovely Japanese traditional style space with a gorgeous stage with golden leaf folding screen and beautiful stage back. The space can hold up to 8 guests, thus making this experience more intimate and close. If you want not only to watch Japanese performing arts but to be a participant and ask many questions- and get many more answers- this place is for you! The shamisen session showed the beauty and possibilities of this traditional 3-string instrument, and I could even try playing it myself! The performance was really full of interaction and engagement with the performer; the shamisen performer told many jokes and surprised us in many ways! If you want to amaze yourself or your friends this is your place! Geisha performance and Rakugo are available too!

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めい十めい 2026.09.03

     

The venue itself is quiet and serene, providing a perfect atmosphere for an intimate performance. Unlike being in a massive, distant theater, the small-group setting allowed us to sit so close to the artist that we could hear every breath, see every subtle expression, and feel the powerful vibrations of the Shamisen strings right through the room. It was mesmerizing! What made this hour truly special was the artist talk after the performance. The artist was incredibly welcoming and passionate about their craft, explaining the history, the meaning behind the music, and answering all of questions directly. Note: Be sure to bring a pair of socks as required for entering the space!

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suzusaki 2026.08.19

     

I was able to see the performance from very close up, and it was incredibly impressive!

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Makoto Nomura 2026.08.17

     

Great experience! Thank you!

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