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National Bunraku Theatre

A historic and culturally hub for traditional performing arts, conveniently located near Dotonbori and Kuromon Market, excellent accessibility for tourists.

The National Bunraku Theatre, designed by renowned Japanese architect Kisho Kurokawa, is a central hub for the 400-year-old classical performing art "Bunraku" (traditional Japanese puppet theater)and the promotion of traditional performing arts in Osaka. The theater complex features two auditoriums, lobby, and a exhibition room. Conveniently situated within a 10-minute walk from Kuromon Market and Dotonbori, it offers both easy access and a unique opportunity to experience Japanese culture.

General Information

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Directions 1 min. walk from Osaka Metro Nippombashi Station on the Sennichimae and Sakaisuji lines 1 min. walk from Kintetsu-Nippombashi Station on Kintetsu Namba line
Address 1-12-10 Nippombashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 542-0073
Website
https://www.ntj.jac.go.jp/en/
Phone 06-6212-2531

Room Bunraku Theatre Small Hall Restaurant Area 1st Floor Lobby Space
Floor Space Audience: 568 sq. m.
Lobby: 675 sq. m.		 Audience: 131sq. m.
Lobby: 156 sq. m.		 180 sq. m. 431 sq. m.
Capacity 753 seats 159 seats 70 seats with tables Available for exhibitions or reception events
Cocktail Events Not permitted Not permitted Permitted Permitted
Usage Hours 10:30- 21:30 10:30- 21:30 10:30-21:30 10:30-21:30
Notes

Theater seating cannot be moved and layout cannot be changed. Only the lobby on 2nd floor may be used (food and beverages may be consumed after taking appropriate covering measures.) Waiting room available (at extra cost.)

 Theater seating cannot be moved and layout cannot be changed. Only the lobby may be used (food and beverages may be consumed after taking appropriate covering measures.) Waiting room available (at extra cost). Food and beverages may be consumed after taking appropriate covering measures.