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Meijiza Theater
A Historical Theater Showing a Wide Variety of Performances.
Established in 1873, this theater has the longest history in Tokyo.
Along with Kabukiza Theatre, Shinbashi Enbujo Theatre and The Imperial Theatre, it is a well-known theater representing Tokyo.
Having been damaged or burned multiple times in the past, the current theater was rebuilt in 1993 in a skyscraper. The entrance is on its lower level.
From kabuki to musicals, a wide variety of performances can be installed here.
Within the complex, there are eateries and cafes where patrons can relax before the performance or during intermissions. In addition, there are also boxed meals available for purchase that can be enjoyed in the seating area before the performance or during intermissions.
Highlights
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It is the theater with the longest history in Tokyo.
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Many paintings are exhibited in the theater’s interior, making it look like an art gallery.
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You can enjoy the traditional flavors of Meijiza in the cafeteria and coffee shop within the theater.
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To one side of the complex is Meiji Inari Jinja, a shrine where many artists pray for success in their performances.
Photos
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![The entrance]()
The entrance
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![Meijiza Theater is on the lower level of Hama-Cho Center Building]()
Meijiza Theater is on the lower level of Hama-Cho Center Building
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
Yes, it is.
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Are coin lockers available?
Yes, coin lockers are available on the 2nd to 4th floors of the building (100 yen per use, refundable after use). Please refer to the official website for more details.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 明治座
- Postal Code
- 103-0007
- Address
- 2-31-1 Nihombashihamacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
- Telephone
- 03-3660-3939
- Closed
- Vary according to the performance
- Hours
- Vary according to the performance
- Admission
- Prices depend on the performance
- Access
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1) Right next to Exit A2 of Hamacho Station on the Toei Subway Shinjuku Line
2) About 7 minutes on foot from Exit A2 of Ningyocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line - Credit Cards
- Accepted
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)