First performed about 600 years ago, Noh is one of Japan's oldest traditional forms of theater. Combining elements of dance, acting, music and poetry, Noh is as synonymous with Japanese theater as Kabuki and has even been designated as an intangible world cultural asset.

Despite its esteemed position, Noh remains an art that, even for the Japanese, is thought to be inaccessible. Many people don't even know where they can enjoy a performance.

Though the National Noh Theatre is among the most widely known venues in Tokyo, you can also find a Noh theatre in the least expected spot: inside the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel in Shibuya, one of Tokyo's most contemporary hot spots.

One of the restaurants in the hotel, Kanetanaka, is connected to the Noh theatre.
The respected Japanese restaurant Kanetakana was established in the Taisho Era (1912-1926), and many celebrities and visitors from abroad have enjoyed its delicious dishes served in the proper Japanese style.
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Even if the esoteric and deeply philosophical themes of Noh seem confusing and somewhat overwhelming, the addition of a delicious meal is certain to help you appreciate the richness of Japanese culture.

Kanetanaka offers two types of restaurants for your dining pleasure in the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel.

Sukiya Kanetanaka which is connected to the theatre. This traditionally designed, intimate one room Japanese restaurant offers seating for just 2-16 people, plus a small, 6 tatami mat room for the tea ceremony.


Opening shoji (sliding paper door) in the restaurant’s traditional Japanese-style room, the beautiful Noh theatre appears before your eyes. Visitors to Kanetanaka can enjoy two forms of art - gourmet Japanese cuisine and traditional Japanese theatre.

The wide-ranging variety of Noh performances is being held in the Noh theatre.
On nights when no performances are scheduled, guests can still enjoy a view of the beautiful stage as they dine. If you are lucky enough that your travel plans match the performance schedule, be sure to take advantage of this rare opportunity to enjoy a night of refined Japanese culture. Guests who have arranged to attend the event view the performance from Kanetanaka’s seating area and are then treated to a specially prepared gourmet meal (meals are not served during the Noh performances).

*Only two groups may be accommodated each day.
Lunch served 11:30〜15:00
Average Price: 20,000 JPY per person

*Only one group may be accommodated each day.
Dinner served 17:30 - 23:00
Average Price: 38,000 JPY per person
For seating, please inquire in advance by 3 days before.

"Kanetanaka - Sou" (located on the 2nd floor of the hotel)
The second Kanetanaka in the hotel, Kanetanaka-Sou, offers 98 seats and 3 private rooms (seating 4-12 people).

Enjoy traditional five-course kaiseki (course) meals that include hors d’oeuvres, soup, sashimi, a main dish, and steamed rice in a contemporary setting. The white interior of the restaurant provides a sophisticated atmosphere that one would expect from an established restaurant.

Open: 11:30-15:00 for Lunch, 17:30- 23:00 for Dinner
Average Price: 12,000 JPY per person

Access:
To Cerulean Tower Tokyo Hotel: 5 minute walk from Shibuya Station.
To Shibuya Station from Tokyo Station: Use JR Yamanote Line (towards Shinagawa); approximately 25 minutes.

Remarks:
The meal served and enjoys that to see and get atmosphere of view of Noh theatre from Kanetanaka’s seating area in normal day.
If you would like to see the Noh performances with have a meal, please make sure that the schedule of annual event of Noh theatre and Sukiya Kanetanaka which is being held in 15 times a years.
Tickets for the Noh performances only are available through play guides in Japan. Please contact the Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel for performance schedules.
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