May, 2017Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Press Release
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo Hosts the Exhibition of“Noh” Japanese Traditional Performing Art
Introducing Wooden Masks, Costumes
from the Renowned Noh Play “Hagoromo” Feather RobeTOKYO - Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, one of Japan’s most prestigious international hotels located in
Shinjuku, Tokyo, will host a special exhibition entitled “Enjoying Japan’s Traditional Performing Art
Noh” from June 1st to 29th, 2017. This is the second consecutive year that the hotel will host aspecial Noh exhibition in cooperation with the National Noh Theatre. This year’s exhibition focusesupon “Hagoromo (Feather Robe)”, a famous Noh play based upon the celestial maiden legend, and will
display traditional carved wooden Noh masks, intricately woven Noh costumes, and other related artistic
props used in Noh performances. This exhibition, held in cooperation with the National Noh Theatre, also
includes paintings by illustrator Haruna Tokimatsu that depict scenes of Noh actors performing on stage
and of the audience in attendance. A special performance of “Hagoromo” will be held by prominent Nohperformer Yoshimasa Kanze on June 13th followed by a special luncheon. Another unique opportunity
to see this classic stage art up close will be during a free Noh demonstration in the Main Lobby, on June
21st at 5:00 p.m. This short demonstration is for both visitors and staying guests.
“Noh” (including the theatrical artforms of both Noh and Kyogen) has been performed for over 600 years
since its creation in the Muromachi Period, and is the oldest theatrical art performed in the world. In
recognition of the highly refined acting and artistic performances of Noh and its influence upon various
genre of modern art around the world to this day, Noh was registered as a UNESCO World Intangible
Cultural Heritage in 2008. The Keio Plaza Hotel is pleased to provide its guests, 75% of whom areoverseas visitors from 100 different countries, with the opportunity to enjoy the Noh Play “Hagoromo”
exhibition as part of our Japanese cultural experience programs.

The Noh Play, “Hagoromo” Story: The Feather Robe
One of the most frequently performed Noh dramas is “Hagoromo”, or The Feather Robe, which is basedon a well-known legend said to have been written more than 12 centuries ago. A fisherman is out walking
along the seashore at Miho no Matsubara, in what is now Shizuoka city near Mount Fuji, when he finds abeautiful feather robe hanging on a pine branch. When the fisherman attempts to take it away with him, acelestial maiden appears and asks him to return the robe to her because she cannot go home to the Palaceof the Moon without it. At first the fisherman refuses, but he eventually agrees to give it back if she will
perform a heavenly dance. She agrees, and dances for him, praising the beauty of Miho no Matsubara inthe spring. Then she returns to heaven, flying beyond the peak of Mount Fuji, in the light ofthe full moon.

Enjoying Japan’s Traditional Performing Art Noh– Renowned Noh Play “Hagoromo” Exhibition
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June 1st to 29th, 2017
Art Lobby, 3rd Floor
Complimentary
National Noh Theatre■Special Exhibition 1: Exhibition of Noh Masks and Costumes
Various items will be displayed to give exhibition attendants a sense of the atmosphere of the Noh play
“Hagoromo” including highly dignified facial featured “Zou-Onna” Noh mask worn by actors playing the role ofthe heroine, and wide-sleeved traditional costumes representing the beauty of the mythical “Moon Palace” andscenic seaside location in Shizuoka City “Spring Miho No Matsubara”. In addition, the precious paintings of“Hagoromo” created as part of a collection of modern Noh plays by the renowned artist Kogyo Tsukioka will also
be displayed.

Noh Mask “Zou-Onna”

Heavenly Crown “Tenkan”

Paintings of “Hagoromo”
by renowned artist Kogyo Tsukioka■Special Exhibition 2: Paintings by Illustrator Haruna Tokimatsu
Location: 2nd Floor Restaurant Corridor■Special Exhibition 3:
Haruna Tokimatsu Art Exhibition – “Smile!”
Location: 2nd Floor of the South Tower(in front of Main Bar Brillant)

■ Special Event 1: Noh Play Hagoromo and Special Luncheon (for fee)
※ Reservations required

Date: June 13, 2017
Time: Reception 11:00a.m./Noh Performance 11:30a.m./
Luncheon 1:15p.m.
Price: JPY17,000*including Noh performance, meal, service charge and taxes
Performers: Yoshimasa Kanze of the Yarai Noh Stage, and others
Location: Eminence Hall on the 5th Floor
Special Luncheon Service: Guests can choose from Japanese Cuisine,
Chinese Dining, or French and Italian Cuisine■ Special Event 2: Noh Demonstration in the Lobby (free)The unique opportunity to see the classic stage art up close will be during a free Noh demonstration in theMain Lobby. In this short 15-minute demonstration, Noh performer will introduce how the Noh masks
and costumes are worn while guests can also enjoy a portion of Noh play “Hagoromo” for free.
Date: June 21st, 2017
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Main Lobby, 3rd floor*this short demonstration is for both visitors and staying guests.

About the Keio Plaza Hotel
Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, located in Shinjuku at the very heart of the nation’s capital Tokyo, isone of Japan’s leading international hotels. Our hotel boasts of over 20 restaurants and bars, andwe host a wide range of local and international guests who visit us for our welcoming facilities,
warm hospitality and unique services that allow them to experience Japanese culture, including
our Hello Kitty themed rooms, wedding kimono fitting experience, tea ceremony, ikebana
experience and many others. For more information about our facilities and services, please visit
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Contacts: Keio Plaza Hotel Tokyo, Public Relations Manager
Sunaho Nakatani,+81-3-5322-8010

s-nakatani@keioplaza.co.jp