Excursion Day: Yamamoto Noh Theater
The Sixteenth International Conference on Food Studies is pleased to invite you to the Excursion Day on 12 October 2026.
Yamamoto Noh Theater is a Noh theater nestled like a small forest within Osaka’s business district. Dedicated to sharing Noh and other traditional cultural arts rooted in Osaka, it undertakes a wide range of activities both in Japan and internationally, inviting diverse audiences to experience and enjoy these living traditions.
Participants will enjoy a performance featuring the traditional Japanese ohayashi (the Noh musical ensemble) on the Noh stage, followed by a hands-on experience that includes trying on Noh costumes and taking part in an interactive Noh performance workshop.
Date: 12 October 2026
Start Time: 10:00 AM (10:00)
Meeting Location: TBD
Cost: 70 US$
Optional:
As an optional part of the organized excursion, delegates who wish may visit Tower Knives Osaka following the Noh Theatre visit. This activity is entirely voluntary and not included in the official program. Payment for any purchases or services will be made on-site by each interested delegate.
Tower Knives Osaka is a well-known specialty store for high-quality Japanese knives, located in the Naniwa district. It offers a wide selection of traditional handcrafted knives, kitchen tools, and sharpening services, as well as personalized assistance in English to help visitors choose the most suitable knife for their needs. For more information, delegates may visit the official website.
Booking: Reservations can be made by clicking the button below. Please note, spots are limited and only reservations that have been paid in full will be considered confirmed. Simply requesting a reservation will not guarantee a place on the excursion.
