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Offered languages
- Japanese
- English
This immersive cultural experience allows you to discover the beauty of Japan and the spirit of Zen while reliving the world of “Pale Ink,” a Japanese dance piece that portrays a single romantic night in the life of a woman from the past.
It’s not just about watching Japanese dance—you’ll use all five of your senses to step into the world of the story.
It begins with a small ritual to shift your consciousness from the everyday world to the world of the story. You’ll perform the same love divination as the woman in the story, experience the choreography of the Japanese dance, and use your own body to feel the atmosphere of the story. Finally, using special ink and a brush that symbolize the story’s secret, you’ll draw a Zen circle in a single stroke. This simple circle reflects your inner self. After honing your five senses and immersing yourself in Japanese culture, what kind of circle will your heart draw?
Please take this artwork home with you as a wonderful memories
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Exit Nagahoribashi Subway Station via Exit 6 and head above ground. Look for the sign advertising Japanese dance lessons across from the 7-Eleven along Daihōji-dōri. It's Room 405 on the 4th floor of that building.
What to expect
Your journey begins by closing your eyes. The fragrance of incense, gently carried to you by a fan, and the delicate sound of a sacred bell awaken your senses. You then change into pristine white socks—a symbolic ritual to leave everyday life behind and enter the world of the story.
After the story is told, you’ll get to try out the love fortune-telling featured in the story for yourselves.How can a hairpin reveal the answer？Experience it and find out.
Next, we’ll experience the choreography from the “Pale ink” dance. Using folding fans to depict the moon and its reflection floating in the night sky, we’ll immerse ourselves in the world of the story.
Now, having entered the story yourself, watch “Pale Ink” come alive in a captivating live performance.
After the performance, the hidden meaning behind the title “Pale Ink” will finally be revealed.
Then, using special ink you grind yourself, you will paint your own Zen-inspired ensō. This simple circle can reflect the state of your heart and mind in that very moment.
Take home your ensō—a personal memory of your journey through
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that, to preserve the atmosphere and experience of the program, we kindly welcome guests aged 12 and above. Thank you for your understanding.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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