The Biwa reading play 'Miyako under the Waves' will be held at Akama Shrine on April 18, 2026. This 6th performance attracts audiences nationwide by fusing traditional arts with historical tourism.
The Biwa reading play 'Miyako under the Waves' (excerpts from the Tale of the Heike) will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Ryugu-den of Akama Shrine (4-1 Amidaji-cho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture). Tickets are currently on sale through Confetti (operated by Longrun Planning Co., Ltd., Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, CEO: Hirotaka Kurematsu).
Tickets are now available at Confetti.
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The Tale of the Heike excerpts 'Miyako under the Waves' marks its 6th performance since its premiere in 2018, and its 2nd time in three years at Akama Shrine. Every time, customers come from very far away to attend this performance.
This time as well, reservations for the venue in Shimonoseki are pouring in from a wide variety of prefectures including Tokyo, Toyama, Shizuoka, Ehime, Hiroshima, Kumamoto, Saga, Nagasaki, and Oita.
Even if the performers and directors are not celebrities, the reason why people gather from all over the country is simply due to the appeal of listening to the Tale of the Heike recited with a Biwa in a special place like Akama Shrine, as well as the need for a trip to visit the actual Dan-no-ura (Kanmon Straits) along with the performance viewing, and furthermore...
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FAQ
When and where is the 6th performance of 'Miyako under the Waves' taking place in 2026?
The 6th performance of 'Miyako under the Waves' will take place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Ryugu-den of Akama Shrine located at 4-1 Amidaji-cho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
What is the name of the company managing ticket sales for the 'Miyako under the Waves' performance?
Ticket sales for the 'Miyako under the Waves' performance are managed by Confetti, operated by Longrun Planning Co., Ltd., based in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, with CEO Hirotaka Kurematsu.
How many times has 'Miyako under the Waves' been performed since its premiere in 2018?
Since its premiere in 2018, 'Miyako under the Waves' has been performed six times, with the upcoming April 18, 2026 event marking its sixth overall performance.
Which prefectures are sending attendees to the April 18, 2026 performance at Akama Shrine?
Attendees for the April 18, 2026 performance at Akama Shrine are coming from Tokyo, Toyama, Shizuoka, Ehime, Hiroshima, Kumamoto, Saga, Nagasaki, and Oita prefectures.
Why do audiences travel long distances to attend the 'Miyako under the Waves' performance at Akama Shrine?
Audiences travel long distances to hear the Tale of the Heike recited with a Biwa at Akama Shrine, visit the historic Dan-no-ura battlefield at the Kanmon Straits, and experience the unique cultural atmosphere of the venue.