Discover Noh in Kyoto presents the NŌWHERE Tours – Semimaru/Ōtsu, an evocative journey into the world of nō through the poetic tale of Semimaru, a blind prince exiled to the mountain pass at the edge of the capital. This special tour traces the spiritual landscape of the play with visits to historical sites in Ōtsu, Shiga Prefecture.
⛩ Guided visit to Seki Semimaru Shrine, a sacred site dedicated to the legendary figure
🪷 Walk through Miidera Temple, one of the great monastic complexes of the region
🍱 Light lunch at a local eatery near the ancient Tōkaidō route
🎭 Live performance of Semimaru at the Ōtsu Dentō Geinō Kaikan
📅 Saturday, April 12th
⏰ 10:00 – 16:30 (performance begins at 14:30)
📍 Meet at 10:00 at Starbucks Yamashina Station
💴 18,000 yen per person | Limited to 6 guests
The NŌWHERE Tours offer curated cultural experiences exploring the world of nō through the locations, themes, and aesthetics of individual plays. Linking performance with place, this tour invites participants to reflect on the enduring resonance of nō in Japan’s cultural landscape—past and present.
Tour held rain or shine. Includes walking on uneven paths; comfortable shoes recommended.
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