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September 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm
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Overview
The 43rd Nagoya Classic Festival, running from September 2, 2025, to January 23, 2026, at the Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater in Nagoya, brings world-class classical music to Japan’s vibrant cultural scene. Launched in 1983, this prestigious autumn festival showcases renowned artists and orchestras in the theater’s Concert Hall (1,800 seats) and Main Hall (2,500 seats), celebrated for their exceptional acoustics. The 2025–2026 lineup features the Warsaw National Philharmonic with pianist Tomohiro Ushida (Sep 2), Yo-Yo Ma’s unaccompanied cello recital (Sep 19), Milan La Scala Philharmonic with pianist Mao Fujita conducted by Myung-Whun Chung (Sep 26), Vienna Philharmonic conducted by Christian Thielemann (Nov 6), National Opera of Ukraine’s Aida (Jan 18), and Rafal Blechacz’s piano recital (Jan 23). Tickets range from ¥6,000 (C seats) to ¥28,000 (S seats for select performances), with sales ongoing until each event’s start time. Located in Nagoya’s lively Sakae district, the venue is a 5-minute walk from Sakae Station, ideal for exploring Nagoya Castle or Osu Shopping Street. Secure tickets early via Jasumo due to high demand for this stellar lineup.
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- World-Class Artists: Features global stars like Yo-Yo Ma, Mao Fujita, Rafal Blechacz, and orchestras including the Vienna Philharmonic and Milan La Scala Philharmonic.
- Diverse Program: Spans Chopin and Dvorak, Bach and Verdi, to grand opera and intimate recitals, showcasing classical music’s breadth.
- Premier Venue: Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater’s Concert Hall and Main Hall offer superior acoustics and versatile staging.
- Cultural Significance: A Nagoya tradition since 1983, drawing international audiences to the heart of Japan’s classical music scene.
- Tourist-Friendly: Located in Sakae, near Nagoya’s cultural landmarks like Nagoya Castle and Osu Shopping Street.
Ticket Information
Event Dates & Times
- Nagoya: Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater (Concert Hall, except Aida in Main Hall)
- Sep 2, 2025 (Tue): Warsaw National Philharmonic with Tomohiro Ushida, 18:45, doors 18:00.
- Sep 19, 2025 (Fri): Yo-Yo Ma Unaccompanied Cello Recital, 18:45, doors 18:00.
- Sep 26, 2025 (Fri): Milan La Scala Philharmonic with Mao Fujita, 18:45, doors 18:00.
- Nov 6, 2025 (Thu): Vienna Philharmonic, 18:45, doors 18:00.
- Jan 18, 2026 (Sun): National Opera of Ukraine Aida, 15:00, doors 14:15.
- Jan 23, 2026 (Fri): Rafal Blechacz Piano Recital, 18:45, doors 18:00.
Program
- Sep 2, 2025:
- Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor Op. 11.
- Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 in E minor Op. 95 “From the New World.”
- ~2 hours, with intermission.
- Sep 19, 2025:
- Zhao Jiping: Summer in the High Grassland.
- J.S. Bach: Cello Suite No. 1 in G major BWV 1007.
- Ahmet Adnan Saygun: Partita for Cello.
- J.S. Bach: Cello Suite No. 5 in C minor BWV 1011.
- George Crumb: Sonata for Cello.
- J.S. Bach: Cello Suite No. 6 in D major BWV 1012.
- ~2 hours, with intermission.
- Sep 26, 2025:
- Nov 6, 2025:
- Schumann: Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major Op. 97 “Rhine.”
- Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E minor Op. 98.
- ~90 minutes, with intermission.
- Jan 18, 2026:
- Verdi: Aida (opera in 4 acts, in Italian with Japanese subtitles).
- ~3 hours, with intermissions.
- Jan 23, 2026:
- Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor Op. 27-2 “Moonlight.”
- Schubert: Four Impromptus Op. 90 D. 899.
- Chopin: Barcarolle in F-sharp major Op. 60.
- Chopin: Ballade No. 3 in A-flat major Op. 47.
- Chopin: Three Mazurkas Op. 50.
- Chopin: Scherzo No. 3 in C-sharp minor Op. 39.
- ~90 minutes, with intermission.
Performers
- Sep 2, 2025:
- Conductor: Anna Słukowska-Migon.
- Piano: Tomohiro Ushida.
- Orchestra: Warsaw National Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Sep 19, 2025:
- Cello: Yo-Yo Ma.
- Sep 26, 2025:
- Nov 6, 2025:
- Conductor: Christian Thielemann.
- Orchestra: Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
- Jan 18, 2026:
- Ensemble: National Opera of Ukraine (soloists, chorus, orchestra; specific cast TBD).
- Jan 23, 2026:
- Piano: Rafal Blechacz.
Duration
- Orchestral concerts (Sep 2, Sep 26, Nov 6): ~2 hours, with intermission.
- Yo-Yo Ma recital (Sep 19): ~2 hours, with intermission.
- Aida (Jan 18): ~3 hours, with intermissions.
- Rafal Blechacz recital (Jan 23): ~90 minutes, with intermission.
- Durations subject to change.
Performance Period
September 2, 2025, to January 23, 2026.
Venue Website
- Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater: https://www-stage.aac.pref.aichi.jp[](https://www-stage.aac.pref.aichi.jp/en/)
Purchase Channels
- Contact Jasumo for ticket assistance via the Jasumo Contact Form.
- Official ticket platform: Chukyo Television Creation, 052-588-4477, https://www.cte.jp (Monday–Friday, 11:00–17:00, closed weekends and holidays).
- General Sales:
- Sep 2, Sep 19, Sep 26: Until 18:45 on each performance date (Sep 2, Sep 19, Sep 26, 2025).
- Nov 6: Until Nov 6, 2025, 18:45.
- Jan 18: Until Jan 18, 2026, 15:00.
- Jan 23: Until Jan 23, 2026, 18:45.
- Pre-sale (MY SEAT, S/A seats): For Sep 26 (Milan La Scala Philharmonic), Apr 24–May 28, 2025; MY SEAT full-festival pass (all 6 performances) from Apr 3, 2025.
- Same-Day Tickets: Limited at Concert Hall/Main Hall box office ~1 hour before, if available; expect same pricing (¥6,000–¥28,000).
- Travel Support: For trains, contact JR East (https://www.jreast.co.jp) or Nagoya Tourism (https://www.nagoya-info.jp).
Ticket Types & Pricing
Official Pricing (Tax Included)
- Sep 2, Sep 19, Nov 6, Jan 23:
- S Seats: ¥9,000, premium seating with optimal views/acoustics.
- A Seats: ¥8,000, excellent mid-tier seating.
- B Seats: ¥7,000, standard seating.
- C Seats: ¥6,000, budget-friendly seating.
- Sep 26 (Milan La Scala Philharmonic):
- Jan 18 (Aida):
- Pricing TBD, typically ¥6,000–¥15,000 based on past opera performances; contact Chukyo Television Creation for details.
- MY SEAT Full-Festival Pass (all 6 performances, S/A seats only): ¥145,000 (S), ¥127,000 (A), from Apr 3, 2025.
Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change)
- S/A/B/C Seats: ¥7,000–¥35,000, ~20–50 tickets per event post-sales, based on festival demand; resale may be restricted.
Notes
- S seats offer the best acoustics/views, A/B seats balance quality and price, C/D seats are budget-friendly.
- Preschool children are not permitted; tickets required for ages 3+.
- No refunds or changes for performer/schedule changes; refunds only for full cancellation.
- Wheelchair users should contact Chukyo Television Creation (052-588-4477) by one month prior for arrangements.
- Secure via Jasumo by each event’s sales deadline for official pricing to avoid inflated resales, given the ~1,800-seat Concert Hall and ~2,500-seat Main Hall capacities and high-profile artists.
Sales Schedule
- Pre-sale (MY SEAT, Sep 26 S/A seats): Apr 24–May 28, 2025, 11:00–23:59 (online), 11:00–17:00 (phone, 052-308-8282, weekdays).
- MY SEAT Full-Festival Pass: From Apr 3, 2025, 11:00.
- General Sales:
- Same-Day: Limited at box office ~1 hour before, if any.
Venue Details
- Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater (Nagoya)
- Location: 1-13-2 Higashisakura, Higashi-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 461-8525.
- Capacity: Concert Hall (
1,800 seats), Main Hall (2,500 seats). - Access: 5-min walk from Sakae Station (Higashiyama/Meijo Subway Lines); 5-min walk from Sakae-Machi Station (Meitetsu Seto Line); ~20-min train from Nagoya Station.
- Attractions: Nagoya Castle (15-min train), Osu Shopping Street (10-min train).
Booking with Jasumo
- How: Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form. Specify event, date, ticket type (e.g., Sep 26, S Seat, 2 tickets), and preferences.
- Benefits: Bilingual support for Chukyo Television Creation, assistance with Japanese phone/ID requirements, and group bookings up to 4 tickets.
- Note: Apply early (e.g., Apr 24, 2025, for Sep 26 pre-sale) for official pricing (¥6,000–¥28,000); resales may reach ¥35,000 due to limited seating and high-profile artists like Yo-Yo Ma and Vienna Philharmonic. Jasumo can assist with travel logistics (trains).
Inquiries
- Performance and Ticket Inquiries: Chukyo Television Creation, 052-588-4477, https://www.cte.jp (Monday–Friday, 11:00–17:00, closed weekends and holidays).
- Venue Inquiries: Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater, https://www-stage.aac.pref.aichi.jp.[](https://www-stage.aac.pref.aichi.jp/en/)
Disclaimer
Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural events like the 43rd Nagoya Classic Festival through authorized platforms like Chukyo Television Creation. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide international customers through the official booking process, addressing challenges such as:
- Language Barriers: Japanese-only ticketing systems; Jasumo offers bilingual support.
- Local Platforms: Platforms may require membership; we assist with registration and payments.
- High Demand: ~1,800–2,500-seat venues and global artists like Yo-Yo Ma make tickets competitive; we manage deadlines to maximize chances.
Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Apply via Jasumo by each event’s deadline for official pricing to avoid inflated resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with Nagoya Tourism.
Reviews
- The Nagoya Classic Festival at Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater was phenomenal—Maestro Thielemann and Vienna Philharmonic were unforgettable!
- Jasumo made ticketing smooth; Yo-Yo Ma’s cello recital was a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
- A classical music haven, with Nagoya Castle and Osu Shopping Street nearby!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the 43rd Nagoya Classic Festival’s program?
A: The festival (Sep 2, 2025–Jan 23, 2026) includes Chopin and Dvorak (Sep 2), Bach and contemporary cello works (Sep 19), Beethoven and Tchaikovsky (Sep 26), Schumann and Brahms (Nov 6), Verdi’s Aida (Jan 18), and Beethoven, Schubert, and Chopin (Jan 23). Durations range from ~90 minutes to 3 hours, with intermissions, subject to change.
Q2: Can international fans apply for tickets without speaking Japanese?
A: Yes, Jasumo offers bilingual assistance for Chukyo Television Creation. Contact via the Jasumo Contact Form by each event’s sales deadline (e.g., Sep 2, 2025, for first performance).
Q3: Are children allowed, and what are the policies?
A: Preschool children are not permitted; tickets (¥6,000–¥28,000) are required for ages 3+. Sep 26 is under kids’ support application, potentially offering discounts (contact 052-588-4477).
Q4: What are the accessibility accommodations at Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater?
A: Wheelchair users should contact Chukyo Television Creation (052-588-4477) by one month prior for arrangements; details at https://www-stage.aac.pref.aichi.jp.[](https://www-stage.aac.pref.aichi.jp/en/)
Q5: Why is this festival special?
A: Since 1983, the Nagoya Classic Festival brings world-class artists like Yo-Yo Ma, Mao Fujita, and the Vienna Philharmonic to Nagoya’s acoustically superb Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater, offering a diverse, high-caliber classical music experience.
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