Kichiro Tanaka is Content Manager at Jasumo, the Tokyo-based consultancy that helps international visitors experience Japan without the barriers. He oversees Jasumo's event listings and guides, making sure every page gives overseas visitors accurate dates, venue details and ticket information, and explains clearly the practical steps (Japanese-only registration, phone verification, payment, ticket collection) that can stand between a visitor and the event. He works with Jasumo's ticket and concierge desk in Tokyo, so that what is published reflects how things actually work on the ground.
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The READING HIGH noir 4th Performance series is returning.
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Contact Jasumo Now →This time the series delivers an moody atmosphere to a production named HYPNAGOGIA Hypnagogia, which will play at Tokyo’s Tennozu Galaxy Theater.
Fumio Fujisawa is the writer of HYPNAGOGIA.
Fumio Fujisawa also directs HYPNAGOGIA.
In HYPNAGOGIA voice acting blends, with music giving the story a tangible feel.
The cast of HYPNAGOGIA features actors from the Japanese voice acting world also the 2.5D theatre scene.
I believe HYPNAGOGIA will become one of the exciting live shows to watch on the 2026 autumn stage calendar.
Table of contents
- The Story: READING HIGH noir and HYPNAGOGIA
- The 2026 production features a distinguished main cast alongside a double-cast female lead:
- READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: Why Experience It Live in Japan
- READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: 2026 Dates, Venues and Tickets
- Friday, 25 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 17:15 / Start 18:00)
- Saturday, 26 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 12:15 / Start 13:00)
- Saturday, 26 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 16:45 / Start 17:30)
- Sunday, 27 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 11:15 / Start 12:00)
- Sunday, 27 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 15:45 / Start 16:30)
- READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: Ticketing Conditions:
- READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: Why Book Through Jasumo
- READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: How It Works
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Venue & Access
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The Story: READING HIGH noir and HYPNAGOGIA
Fumio Fujisawa, who is a playwright and a director started this project in 2017 with room NB, which’s a part of the Sony Music Group. The READING HIGH noir 4th Performance changed everything for dramatic reading shows. This brand took a style of storytelling also turned it into a huge show that feels like a massive event. They use lights and big sets also they even have live orchestras playing at big places, like the Tokyo Garden Theater.
In 2024 the creative team introduced READING HIGH noir Performance, a sister brand designed to contrast the dazzling large-scale spectacles of the main lineup. Noir focuses on emotional resonance, structural simplicity also narrative intimacy stripping away massive staging to prioritize rich acoustics, intricate scriptwork also peak dramatic performance.
The fourth show under the noir style brings back HYPNAGOGIA, a tale focused on the mental condition called hypnagogia—the strange state of being just before falling asleep, where dreams and real life mix together. The story is, about a pianist whose memories, wishes also visions come together.
The 2026 production features a distinguished main cast alongside a double-cast female lead:
- Yoshihiko Aramaki (as the Pianist): Marking his debut in the READING HIGH series, Aramaki is a dominant figure in Japan’s 2.5D theatrical world, celebrated for his commanding stage presence also producer roles.
- Masanari Wada (as the Doctor): Also making his series debut, Wada brings extensive experience across stage plays, screen productions, and live broadcasts.
- Ayahi Takagaki & Saori Hayami (as the Dream Female Role): Appearing as a double cast, voice acting icons Takagaki (returning to the franchise since 2020’s El Galleon) and Hayami (reprising her acclaimed role from the previous run) alternate performances to offer unique interpretations of the enigmatic dream entity.
Note that HYPNAGOGIA is perform entirely as a spoken dramatic piece accompanied by live instrumentation; there is no vocal singing during the performance.
READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: Why Experience It Live in Japan
Attending a READING HIGH noir production gives visitors a unique chance to see the best of Japanese singing also theatre.
The Tennozu Galaxy Theater has acoustics that let every subtle note from the actors be heard clearly.
READING noir 4th Performance.
Unlike plays a musical reading drama uses the power of spoken words with a live musical score.
Being in the hall lets you feel the excitement of the audience, in a quiet also focused setting something a screen recording cannot match.
READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: 2026 Dates, Venues and Tickets
Friday, 25 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 17:15 / Start 18:00)
Cast: Yoshihiko Aramaki, Masanari Wada, Ayahi Takagaki
| Ticket category | Available seats from – to (JPY) | (USD, ref.) |
| All Reserved Seats | ¥15,000 – ¥28,000 | $100 – $185 |
| Annotated Reserved Seats | ¥14,000 – ¥25,000 | $93 – $165 |
Saturday, 26 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 12:15 / Start 13:00)
Cast: Yoshihiko Aramaki, Masanari Wada, Saori Hayami
| Ticket category | Available seats from – to (JPY) | (USD, ref.) |
| All Reserved Seats | ¥15,000 – ¥32,000 | $100 – $212 |
| Annotated Reserved Seats | ¥14,000 – ¥28,000 | $93 – $185 |
Saturday, 26 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 16:45 / Start 17:30)
Cast: Yoshihiko Aramaki, Masanari Wada, Saori Hayami
| Ticket category | Available seats from – to (JPY) | (USD, ref.) |
| All Reserved Seats | ¥15,000 – ¥32,000 | $100 – $212 |
| Annotated Reserved Seats | ¥14,000 – ¥28,000 | $93 – $185 |
Sunday, 27 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 11:15 / Start 12:00)
Cast: Yoshihiko Aramaki, Masanari Wada, Saori Hayami
| Ticket category | Available seats from – to (JPY) | (USD, ref.) |
| All Reserved Seats | ¥15,000 – ¥32,000 | $100 – $212 |
| Annotated Reserved Seats | ¥14,000 – ¥28,000 | $93 – $185 |
Sunday, 27 September 2026 – Tennozu Galaxy Theater, Tokyo (Doors 15:45 / Start 16:30)
Cast: Yoshihiko Aramaki, Masanari Wada, Saori Hayami
| Ticket category | Available seats from – to (JPY) | (USD, ref.) |
| All Reserved Seats | ¥15,000 – ¥32,000 | $100 – $212 |
| Annotated Reserved Seats | ¥14,000 – ¥28,000 | $93 – $185 |
Ticket prices change over time with availability and demand, also are confirm at the time of enquiry.
READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: Ticketing Conditions:
TicketsII know that this event is subject to ticketing rules.
I also know that entry requires verification through ticketing systems or physical pass distribution.
I was surprised to learn that preschool children are strictly not admitted.
Read that photography, audio recording and video recording are prohibited inside the auditorium.
I learn that cheering items such, as penlights also boards are not permitted.
CALL TO ACTION #1:
To get your tickets for HYPNAGOGIA you must first pick a date that suits you. Then you should choose a performance time. Decide how many guests will join you. Please contact Jasumo directly through our web form to begin the ticketing process, for HYPNAGOGIA.
READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: Why Book Through Jasumo
Navigating the Japanese live performance market from abroad presents formidable hurdles for international travelers:
- Access Restrictions: Primary ticketers require Japanese phone numbers, local SMS verification, also complex lottery procedures. Official sales sell out rapidly. Jasumo accesses tickets through a broad network of domestic sources, official sales channels, venue partners, and verified secondary markets to secure seats even when primary allocations are exhausted.
- Communication Barriers: Event notices, seat changes, and ticketing instructions are provided exclusively in Japanese. Jasumo handles all correspondence with organizers also local suppliers, sending clear English updates and operational guidance directly to you.
- Payment Failures: Most Japanese ticketing platforms reject credit cards issued outside of Japan. Jasumo processes payments effortlessly using standard international payment systems, settling local invoices on your behalf.
Each ticket that you receive through Jasumo is carefully checked before it is sent to your hotel concierge or to your Airbnb address, in Japan by a local courier. We charge a service fee to cover the buying checking and the help you get. All of the details are explained clearly when you ask.
READING HIGH noir 4th Performance: How It Works
- Submit Request: Reach out via our Contact Us form with your target date, show time, preferred seating tier, also group size.
- Receive Confirmation: We verify current network availability and provide a comprehensive price quote.
- Payment & Procurement: Upon payment confirmation, Jasumo secures and authenticates your physical or digital tickets.
- Delivery & Attendance: Your tickets are delivered safely to your accommodation in Japan, backed by English customer support up to showtime.
CALL TO ACTION #2: Do not miss this limited three-day engagement in Tokyo. Prepare your preferred performance date, group size, and seating choice, then press the Contact Us button below to consult with our ticketing team.
Frequently Asked Questions
The theater is situated in the Tennozu Isle complex in Shinagawa, Tokyo. It is easily accessible via a short walk from Tennozu Isle Station on both the Tokyo Monorail and Rinkai Line.
No, there is no vocal singing in this production. It is a pure dramatic reading play accompanied by live musical scores.
Preschool-aged children are not permitted to enter the theater under any circumstances.
Annotated seats are offered at a slightly lower price point because structural pillars, side angles, or media equipment may partially obstruct views of certain stage areas.
An order total comprises the base ticket price, platform acquisition costs, and a Jasumo service fee. Because availability and procurement paths vary per event, please contact us directly for an exact quotation for your party.
Venue & Access
Tennozu Galaxy Theater (天王洲 銀河劇場)
- Address: 2-3-16 Higashi-Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo (Sea Fort Square 2F)
- Nearest Stations:
- Tennozu Isle Station (Tokyo Monorail, Central Exit – direct pedestrian bridge access)
- Tennozu Isle Station (TWR Rinkai Line, Exit A)
- Landmark: Sea Fort Square Complex
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