Tour the traditional wooden structure, the “Sumiyoshi Shrine Noh Theater,” and take a break with “Funoyaki,” a traditional sweet created by Sen no Rikyū

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Built in 1938, this Noh theatre preserves traditional architectural features, including ceramic jars beneath the main stage and connecting bridgeway to enhance the acoustics, a special seating area beside the stage for distinguished guests, a cypress-bark roof, and floor-level seating.

Built in 1938, this Noh theatre preserves traditional architectural features, including ceramic jars beneath the main stage and connecting bridgeway to enhance the acoustics, a special seating area beside the stage for distinguished guests, a cypress-bark roof, and floor-level seating.

After the tour, enjoy a bowl of matcha with funoyaki, a tea sweet beloved by Sen no Rikyū, recreated using historical documents as a reference.
There is no dress code—your host will be wearing jeans, too. Come as you are and feel at home.
Reservations required. Open on October 14, 21 and 28; November 18 and 25; and December 2, 9 and 16.

Tour Itinerary

12:00–16:00 (Reservations required)
Tour of the Noh Theater (approx. 30 minutes), followed by a cup of matcha with “Funoyaki,” a traditional sweet created by Sen no Rikyū

Open on October 14, 21 and 28; November 18 and 25; and December 2, 9 and 16.

Participation costs ¥3,000 (cash only), and reservations are required.

To apply, email nohmuan@icloud.com or call 090-9404-4299.