Tour the traditional wooden structure, the “Sumiyoshi Shrine Noh Theater,” and take a break with “Funoyaki,” a traditional sweet created by Sen no Rikyū
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After the tour, enjoy a bowl of matcha with funoyaki, a tea sweet beloved by Sen no Rikyū, recreated using historical documents as a reference.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.
Information
- Address
- Sumiyoshi Shrine Noh Theater (3-1-51 Sumiyoshi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, 812-0018)
- Access
- Approx. 8-minute walk from JR Hakata Station or Hakata Subway Station
Get off at the “Sumiyoshi” stop on the Nishitetsu Bus, then walk approx. 2 minutes - TEL
- 09094044299
- Opening hours
- Open on October 14, 21 and 28; November 18 and 25; and December 2, 9 and 16.
12:00–16:00 (Reservations required) - Official Website
- https://ameblo.jp/nohmuan/