Shibahama Salon, August: English Rakugo and English Tamasudare (traditional Japanese storytelling and bamboo mat show)
A new rakugo experience combining authentic storytelling with a wide variety of performing arts.Performers
Kanariya Eiraku established an English Rakugo school in Tokyo in 2007. Since then, he has been promoting English rakugo through teaching, performances, and seminars. He has translated more than 100 rakugo stories into English and performed over 80 of them. Through extensive overseas tours and educational activities, he has become a leading figure in the promotion and development of English Rakugo worldwide.
Kanariya Koraku first took the stage as a rakugo performer in high school. In 2018, he began his journey into the world of English Rakugo. He studied classical rakugo under Kingentei Ryoma, English Rakugo under Kanariya Eiraku, and French Rakugo under Cyril Coppini. As a multilingual rakugo storyteller performing in Japanese, English, and French, he has appeared on stages across Japan and around the world.
A certified performer of the Shirato school of Nankin Tamasudare, Shirato Otojiro has learned under Master Shirato Otohime since 2016. He performs throughout Japan and internationally, presenting English-language versions of Nankin Tamasudare in countries including the United Kingdom, Austria, and Laos. He also researches the health benefits of rakugo and Nankin Tamasudare, earning a Master’s degree in Medical Science from Juntendo University.
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SUN. July 5, 2026Venue:
Tatami -
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Tatami