Event Overview and Program
Event Overview and Program
The 23rd Kanazawa Odori
All of the geiko (the local term for geisha) from the three chaya districts of Kanazawa (Higashi, Nishi, and Kazuemachi) gather together on stage for performances rich in atmosphere and emotion, including subayashi (music-only performances) and Yamatogaku (a type of shamisen music that blends western harmonies with traditional Japanese melodies).
| Venue | Ishikawa Ongakudo Hogaku Hall |
| Dates | Saturday, September 19, 2026, Sunday, September 20, 2026 |
| Time |
Two performances each day, at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Notes: Doors open 30 minutes before each performance. Each performance lasts approximately 2 hours. Children under six not permitted. |
| Organized by | Kanazawa Odori Executive Committee, Ishikawa Prefectural Artistic and Cultural Association, and the Hokkoku Shimbun |
| Special Thanks to | Higashi Ryotei Association, Nishi Ryotei Association, and Kazuemachi Ryotei Association |
| Contact |
Hokkoku Shimbun Business Department: (076) 260-3581 (Weekdays 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) 2-1 Minami-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-8500 |
| Tickets |
See the Hokkoku Shimbun Event Guide for details. Tickets are also available from CN Playguide, and Tabiwa by Wester. |
| Tea Ceremony Area |
Saturday, September 20 through Tuesday, September 23 (national holiday), 2025 Outside the Ishikawa Ongakudo Hogaku Hall (1F) Tea Ceremony Fee: ¥1,000 (includes tea and sweets) Special Thanks: Staff of Urasenke Nara Sokyu |
ACCESS
Leaflet for the 23rd Kanazawa Odori
Contains detailed information, such as the program and performers.
