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This theatre stages the traditional music, poetry and dances that
nō
(stylised
Japanese dance-drama) is famous for, as well as the interludes of
kyōgen
(short,
lively comic farces) as comic relief. Each seat has a small screen that can display
an English translation of the dialogue. Tickets go fast, so you'll want to book well
in advance.
( Kokuritsu Nō-gakudō;
3423-1331;
www.ntj.jac.go.jp/english
;
4-18-1 Sendagaya,
Shibuya-ku; tickets from ¥2600;
JR Sōbu Line to Sendagaya)
30
Blue Note Tokyo
JAZZ
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The serious cognoscenti roll up to this, Tokyo's prime jazz spot in Aoyama, to take
in the likes of Maceo Parker, Herbie Hancock and Doctor John. Like its sister acts
in New York and Milan, the digs here are classily decorated with dark wood and
deep velvet, making this the perfect spot for a slow night of cool sounds.
(
www.bluenote.co.jp
; 6-3-16 Minami-Aoyama, Minato-ku; admission ¥6000-15,000;
5.30pm-1am
Mon-Sat, 5pm-12.30am Sun;
Ginza Line to Omote-sandō, exit B3)
31
Crocodile
LIVE MUSIC, COMEDY
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This casual, if not slightly grungy, subterranean venue hosts all sorts of music acts
as well as a popular English comedy night, with stand-up, sketch and improv from
the Tokyo Comedy Store on the last Friday of the month.
(
www.crocodile-live.jp
;
6-18-8
Jingūmae, Basement fl, Shibuya-ku;
Chiyoda Line to Meiji-jingūmae, exit 1)
Shopping
Takeshita-dōri
VARIETY
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as and punks come to shop, and you'll spot some pretty wild wears. Even if you're
not in the market for a dress inspired by the Victorian-era, there is still plenty to
