Cho Kabuki in Minamiza (special summer project)(2022)

Cho Kabuki in Minamiza is a special summer stage performance that fuses traditional Japanese kabuki theatre with cutting-edge digital technology. The production pairs Nakamura Shidō, one of Japan's most celebrated kabuki stars, with Hatsune Miku, the world's most recognizable virtual idol, in an unprecedented collaboration. By blending 400 years of kabuki heritage with advanced ICT innovation, Cho Kabuki creates a unique theatrical experience that bridges classical performance and contemporary digital culture. The result is a groundbreaking show that honours tradition while embracing the future, bringing together two icons from vastly different entertainment worlds.