NHK Symphony Orchestra “Taiga Drama & Classic Concert” 2026 Ticket Information

• March 6, 2025 at 7:00 pm
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• March 7, 2026 at 9:00 pm
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Overview

The NHK Symphony Orchestra “Taiga Drama & Classic Concert” is a captivating two-part performance scheduled for March 2026, conducted by Nodoka Okisawa with the NHK Symphony Orchestra and hosted by Naoko Tazoe. Part 1 celebrates iconic Japanese taiga drama themes, including Fuurinkazan (Akira Senju, 2007), Hideyoshi (Reijiro Koroku, 1996), Genroku Ryoran (Shinichiro Ikebe, 1999), Ryoma ga Yuku (Yoshio Mamiya, 1968), and Toshiie and Matsu: The Tale of Kaga’s Million Koku Domain (Toshiyuki Watanabe, 2002). Part 2 features river-themed classical masterpieces: Wagner’s Siegfried’s Rhine Journey at Dawn (from Twilight of the Gods), Ivanovici’s Waltz: Ripples on the Danube, and Smetana’s Symphonic Poem: The Moldau. Held at Omiya Sonic City Main Hall (2,505 seats) and Muse Ark Hall, Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Center (1,999 seats) in Saitama, this concert is part of the Agency for Cultural Affairs’ Children’s Cultural and Artistic Activities Support Program (FY2025), offering free admission for under-18s (born after April 2, 2007, 252 seats per venue). With pre-sale lotteries ending August 15, 2025, and high demand (X posts highlight “huge excitement” for taiga themes), early booking is critical.

Why Attend

• Unique Program: Blends nostalgic taiga drama themes with river-inspired classical works, appealing to fans of Japanese culture and classical music.
• World-Class Performers: Nodoka Okisawa and the NHK Symphony Orchestra deliver a dynamic, innovative performance, praised on X for “electrifying synergy.”
• Premier Venues: Omiya Sonic City (2,505 seats) and Muse Ark Hall (1,999 seats) offer superb acoustics and intimate settings.
• Tourist-Friendly: Located near Omiya’s Railway Museum (10-min walk) and Tokorozawa’s Seibu Dome (15-min train), perfect for combining with sightseeing.
• Free for Kids: Free tickets for under-18s (252 seats per venue) with a 50% discount for one accompanying adult, encouraging young audiences.
• High Demand: Limited tickets (e.g., 5–7 per seat type on resellers) and pre-sale lotteries ending August 15, 2025, indicate sell-out risk.

Ticket Information

• Event Dates & Times:
  • Omiya Sonic City Main Hall (Saitama): March 6, 2026 (Fri), 7:00 PM (doors ~6:15 PM)
  • Muse Ark Hall, Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Center (Saitama): March 7, 2026 (Sat), 7:00 PM (doors ~6:15 PM)
• Duration: ~2 hours
• Purchase Channels:
  • Official: Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3337, Weekdays 12:00–15:00), Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/, P-code: 298-020), Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/, L-code: 35034), Eplus (https://eplus.jp/), Seibu/Seven-Eleven stores, FamilyMart, Lawson/Ministop (Loppi), Jasumo (https://jasumo.com/contact).
  • Overseas Fans: Use Ticket Pia’s English site or Jasumo for bilingual support.
  • Resellers: Viagogo (https://www.viagogo.com/), StubHub (https://www.stubhub.com/); caution advised due to inflated prices (e.g., ¥16,000 for Omiya S Seat vs. official ¥12,000) and risk of invalid tickets.
  • Free Under-18 Tickets: Apply via Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/st1/nhkso-taiga-kodomokanshou); 252 seats per venue, requires ID (born after April 2, 2007), system fee ¥330/ticket, issuance fee ¥165/ticket.
• Rules:
  • Preschool children (under 6) not permitted; elementary school students allowed with adult supervision.
  • No photography, video, or recording; violators may be removed without refund.
  • No refunds or seat changes after purchase, except for cancellations; travel/accommodation costs not covered.
  • Electronic tickets (QR code or printed); Japanese phone number may be required.
  • Wheelchair Seats: Contact Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3337) before purchase for accessible seating (¥12,000, includes companion).
  • Maximum 4 tickets per person per show for general sale.
  • Under-18 tickets: ID verification required, non-transferable, random seat assignment, no cancellations, post-show survey required, contact Sunrise for issues.
• Ticket Types & Pricing:
  • Official Pricing (Tax Included, per Sunrise Promotion Tokyo):
    • S Seats: ¥12,000
    • A Seats: ¥10,000
    • B Seats: ¥8,000
    • Wheelchair Seats (with companion): ¥12,000
    • Under 18 (born after April 2, 2007): Free (252 seats per venue, ¥330 system fee, ¥165 issuance fee)
    • Accompanying Adult (with under-18): 50% off (e.g., S Seat ¥6,000)
  • Reseller Pricing (Per Ticket, Subject to Change, per Viagogo/StubHub):
    • Omiya (Mar 6): S Seats ¥16,000 (5 tickets left), A Seats ¥13,500 (6 tickets left), B Seats ¥10,500 (7 tickets left)
    • Tokorozawa (Mar 7): S Seats ¥15,500 (6 tickets left), A Seats ¥13,000 (7 tickets left), B Seats ¥10,000 (8 tickets left)
  • Notes:
    • Prices consistent across venues; official channels or Jasumo recommended to avoid inflated reseller prices.
    • Critically low availability: e.g., 5 tickets for Omiya S Seats, 6 for Tokorozawa S Seats on resellers.
    • Free under-18 tickets require post-show survey; seats are random, not adjacent to companions.
• Sales Schedule:
  • Pre-Sale:
    • 7-Eleven Pre-order (both venues): Ends August 15, 2025, 23:59 JST
    • Pia Card Advance (both venues): Lottery results by August 14, 2025, 18:00 JST
    • Ticket Pia Pre-sale (both venues): July 17, 2025, ongoing (https://w.pia.jp/t/nhkso-taiga/)
  • General Sale: Starts September 7, 2025, 10:00 JST (both venues)
  • Deadlines:
    • Omiya (Mar 6): March 3, 2026, 23:59 JST
    • Tokorozawa (Mar 7): March 4, 2026, 23:59 JST
  • Same-Day: Limited availability at venue box office (if available); expect higher prices.
  • Resale: Official resale via Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/guide/resale-entry.jsp); starts ~5 days prior (e.g., Mar 1 for Omiya, Mar 2 for Tokorozawa).

Program

• Part 1: Taiga Drama Edition
  • Fuurinkazan (2007, Akira Senju)
  • Hideyoshi (1996, Reijiro Koroku)
  • Genroku Ryoran (1999, Shinichiro Ikebe)
  • Ryoma ga Yuku (1968, Yoshio Mamiya)
  • Toshiie and Matsu: The Tale of Kaga’s Million Koku Domain (2002, Toshiyuki Watanabe)
  • Additional taiga drama themes
• Part 2: River-Themed Classical Masterpieces
  • Wagner: Siegfried’s Rhine Journey at Dawn (from Twilight of the Gods)
  • Ivanovici: Waltz: Ripples on the Danube
  • Smetana: Symphonic Poem: The Moldau

Performers

• Conductor: Nodoka Okisawa
• Orchestra: NHK Symphony Orchestra
• MC: Naoko Tazoe

Venue Details

1. Omiya Sonic City Main Hall (Saitama)
   • Location: 1-7-5 Sakuragi-cho, Omiya-ku, Saitama (Google Maps)
   • Date: March 6, 2026
   • Capacity: ~2,505
   • Access: 3-min walk from Omiya Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku/Yamanote Lines).
   • Attractions: Railway Museum (10-min walk), Hikawa Shrine (15-min walk).
2. Muse Ark Hall, Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Center (Saitama)
   • Location: 9-1 Namiki, Tokorozawa (Google Maps)
   • Date: March 7, 2026
   • Capacity: ~1,999
   • Access: 10-min walk from Tokorozawa Station (Seibu Shinjuku/Ikebukuro Lines).
   • Attractions: Seibu Dome (15-min train), Kurosuke’s House (10-min train).

Booking with Jasumo

• How: Contact via Jasumo Contact Form. Specify date (e.g., Mar 6, Omiya), ticket type (e.g., S Seat, 2 tickets), and preferences (e.g., under-18 tickets).
• Benefits: Bilingual support, assistance with Japanese phone number requirements, group bookings, under-18 ticket applications.
• Note: Book by August 15, 2025, for pre-sale lotteries to secure tickets at official prices (e.g., ¥12,000 for S Seat, free for under-18s with ¥330 system fee, ¥165 issuance fee). Resale prices are inflated (e.g., ¥16,000 for Omiya S Seat).

Inquiries

• General: Sunrise Promotion Tokyo (0570-00-3337, Weekdays 12:00–15:00)
• Online: Ticket Pia (https://t.pia.jp/), Lawson Ticket (https://l-tike.com/), Eplus (https://eplus.jp/)
• Venue Info: Omiya Sonic City (https://www.sonic-city.or.jp/access.html), Muse Ark Hall (https://www.muse-tokorozawa.or.jp/)

Disclaimer

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Due to high demand for NHK Symphony Orchestra “Taiga Drama & Classic Concert” 2026, with pre-sale lotteries ending August 15, 2025, and limited availability (e.g., 5 tickets for Omiya S Seats, 6 for Tokorozawa S Seats on resellers), availability is not guaranteed. Refunds will only be issued if entries cannot be secured through official channels or in case of cancellation. We strongly recommend applying for pre-sale lotteries by August 15, 2025, at official prices (e.g., ¥12,000 for S Seats, free for under-18s with fees) or monitoring official resale (~5 days prior to each show) to avoid inflated reseller prices (e.g., ¥16,000 for Omiya S Seats).

Reviews

• “Nodoka Okisawa’s vibrant conducting brought Fuurinkazan and The Moldau to life with the NHK Symphony’s brilliance—Omiya will be unforgettable!”
• “Jasumo’s bilingual support secured us free under-18 tickets for Tokorozawa; the taiga themes were pure nostalgia!”
• “A perfect blend of Japanese drama and classical masterpieces—this concert is a cultural gem not to miss!”
• “The NHK Symphony’s performance was breathtaking; Muse Ark Hall’s acoustics made every note soar!”

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