Immerse yourself in “ Pale Ink” a traditional Japanese dance inspired by a timeless love story.
Your journey begins by closing your eyes. The fragrance of incense, gently carried to you by a fan, and the delicate sound of a sacred bell awaken your senses. You then Purify your hands with the sacred water—a symbolic ritual to leave everyday life behind and enter the world of the story.
After the story is told, you’ll get to try out the love fortune-telling featured in the story for yourselves.How can a hairpin reveal the answer？Experience it and find out.
Next, we’ll experience the choreography from the “Pale ink” dance. Using folding fans to depict the moon and its reflection floating in the night sky, we’ll immerse ourselves in the world of the story.
Now, having entered the story yourself, watch “Pale Ink” come alive in a captivating live performance.
After the performance, the hidden meaning behind the title “Pale Ink” will finally be revealed.
Then, using special ink you grind yourself, you will paint your own Zen-inspired ensō. This simple circle can reflect the state of your heart and mind .
Take home your ensō—a personal memory of your journey through
Exit Nagahoribashi Subway Station via Exit 6 and head above ground. Look for the sign advertising Japanese dance lessons across from the 7-Eleven along Daihōji-dōri. It's Room 405 on the 4th floor of that building.
Exit Nagahoribashi Subway Station via Exit 6 and head above ground. Look for the sign advertising Japanese dance lessons across from the 7-Eleven along Daihōji-dōri. It's Room 405 on the 4th floor of that building.
