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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April 28, 2026 at 12:50 pm
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Tokyo Ballet Swan Lake Founded in 1964, The Tokyo Ballet stands as one of Japan’s premier cultural exports and a globally renowned classical Tokyo Ballet Swan Lake company. Known for its rigorous discipline, technical precision, and expansive repertoire—ranging from timeless 19th-century classics to contemporary works by Maurice Béjart and Jiří Kylián—the company has performed across major opera houses worldwide, including the Paris Opera, La Scala in Milan, and the Royal Opera House in London.
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Contact Jasumo Now →The company’s rendition of Swan Lake represents a pinnacle of its classical repertoire. Set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s evocative score, the ballet tells the tragic romantic tale of Prince Siegfried and Odette, a princess cursed by the evil sorcerer Rothbart to live as a swan by day. The dual role of Odette/Odile—demanding both the soft, lyrical grace of the White Swan and the fiery, manipulative brilliance of the Black Swan—remains one of the ultimate tests for elite prima ballerinas.
The Tokyo Ballet’s production celebrates emotional depth and structural grandeur, as meticulous corps de ballet choreography creates mesmerizing symmetry during the famous lakeside scenes. Presenting this masterwork in Kyoto offers an extraordinary meeting of Western classical art and Japan’s ancient cultural capital.
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Why Experience It Live in Japan?
Attending a performance by the Tokyo Ballet in Japan offers an immersive cultural experience that extends beyond the stage. Japanese audiences hold classical ballet in high regard, creating an atmosphere of deep concentration, quiet reverence, and profound appreciation throughout the auditorium.
Watching Swan Lake inside the acoustically refined ROHM Theatre Kyoto provides an intimate yet majestic setting, allowing international visitors to experience world-class choreography within one of Japan’s most architecturally impressive cultural venues.
[CURRENT EDITION—2026] Dates, Venues, and Tickets
[Thursday, 17 September 2026]—ROHM Theatre Kyoto Main Hall, Kyoto (Doors open 17:45 / Start 18:30)
| Ticket Category | Available Seats From – To (JPY) | USD Reference Range |
| Standard / Premium Tiers | ¥5,000 – ¥20,000 | $35 – $140 |
Note on Pricing: Ticket prices change over time with availability and market demand and are fully confirmed at the time of initial enquiry.
Ticketing Conditions
- Sale Window: The general public sale runs from 28 April 2026 (10:00 AM) through 14 September 2026 (6:00 PM).
- Ticket Delivery: Physical or electronic ticketing verified prior to performance day.
- Age Restrictions & Entry: Standard venue regulations apply; late arrivals will be seated during designated intermissions.
Secure Your Seats for Kyoto
To secure your preferred tickets for The Tokyo Ballet’s performance in Kyoto, please submit an inquiry through our contact system. Kindly have the following details prepared:
- Event Name (Tokyo Ballet – Swan Lake)
- Performance Date (Thursday, 17 September 2026)
- Venue (ROHM Theatre Kyoto Main Hall)
- Total Number of Guests
Why Book Through Jasumo
Overseas visitors wishing to attend major cultural performances in Japan frequently encounter significant logistical barriers:
- Access Restrictions: Japanese ticketing portals often require local residency, Japanese-language navigation, and domestic phone number verifications. We secure tickets through our wide network of sources—including organizers, official platforms, event owners, and verified resale channels—when primary sales end.
- Language Barriers: Official support and venue communications are managed almost entirely in Japanese. We handle all administrative communications with local sources and keep you fully informed in clear English.
- Payment Friction: Foreign credit cards are routinely rejected by Japanese ticketing systems. Jasumo processes your booking smoothly using international payment methods.
Every ticket acquired Jasumo rigorously authenticates every ticket to ensure complete validity. We safely deliver tickets directly to your hotel concierge or Airbnb address across Japan via secure Japanese courier or postal services. A service fee applies for our procurement, translation, verification, and local delivery services, which we discuss transparently when you contact us.
How It Works
- Submit an Enquiry: Contact us with your event name, desired date, venue, and ticket quantity.
- Receive Confirmation: We confirm current ticket availability, seating tiers, and exact order pricing.
- Complete Payment: Pay securely using your preferred international payment method.
- Authentication & Delivery: We secure, verify, and deliver your physical or digital tickets directly to your accommodation in Japan, offering dedicated English support until the curtain rises.
Frequently Asked Questions
The ROHM Theatre Kyoto is located in the Okazaki cultural district of Kyoto. It is easily accessible via a short walk from Higashiyama Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line.
Yes, national tour dates for The Tokyo Ballet, particularly single-night engagements in major cities like Kyoto, experience high demand and often sell out prior to the show date.
An order is made up of the base ticket price, the cost of the platforms used to purchase the ticket, and a service fee. Because every event and order is different, please contact us directly for a complete quote tailored to your specific request.
Your authenticated tickets will be delivered directly to your hotel front desk or residential accommodation in Japan via domestic express courier or registered post prior to the performance date.
The Tokyo Ballet conducts national and international tours regularly throughout the year, with their major classical repertoire seasons usually announced several months in advance.
Venue & Access
- Venue: ROHM Theatre Kyoto Main Hall (Kyoto Prefecture)
- Nearest Stations:
- Higashiyama Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway Tozai Line)—Approximately 8 minutes on foot.
- Sanjo Keihan Station (Keihan Electric Railway) — Approximately 13 minutes on foot.
- Nearby Landmark: Situated within Okazaki Park, immediately adjacent to the iconic Heian Jingu Shrine and the Kyoto City KYOCERA Museum of Art.
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