A historic playhouse shaped by local pride, preserving the atmosphere of the Taisho era.

Built in 1916, Uchikoza is an authentic two-story wooden playhouse. Its revolving stage, hanamichi walkway, and traditional box seating preserve Japan’s historic theater culture and tell the story of Uchiko alongside the town’s traditional streetscape.

Three highlights of Uchikoza

1. 1. A playhouse dating from the Taisho eraBuilt through the efforts of local residents, this historic venue has long supported Uchiko’s performing arts and culture.
2. 2. Authentic stage facilitiesDistinctive features of a traditional Japanese playhouse remain, including a hanamichi walkway, revolving stage, under-stage area, and box seating.
3. 3. Combine your visit with a walk through townIts convenient location makes it easy to include in a walk exploring Uchiko’s history and culture, including the Yokaichi-Gokoku streetscape and the Japanese wax museum.

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Nearby attractions

• ・Yokaichi-Gokoku Historic StreetscapeWalk among traditional merchant houses and storehouses while discovering the history and daily life of Uchiko.
• ・Japanese Wax Museum and Kamihaga ResidenceLearn about Uchiko’s industrial history through the residence and wax-making facilities of a prosperous merchant family.
• ・Museum of Commerce and Domestic LifeDisplays using life-size figures and period tools recreate daily life in a Taisho-era merchant household.