
Uchiko-za Theater
The Uchiko-za is a traditional Kabuki theatre, built in 1916 by theatre-loving townspeople to commemorate the enthronement of Emperor Taishō – during the era when wax and paper brought prosperity to Uchiko. The wooden structure was restored in the 1980s and is one of Japan's most renowned historic theatres. During a visit, you can see the stage mechanics, such as the revolving stage (mawari-butai) and the trapdoor (suppon) in the runway, and even look beneath the stage. Occasionally, it still hosts Kabuki, Bunraku, and Rakugo performances, as well as other events.








