Tokyo Festival Information Center - HIROBA
【TRANSIT KITCHEN】

The Tokyo Festival Information Center – HIROBA – Transit Kitchen is an outdoor information centre that can be enjoyed with all five senses!
In addition to being an information space for the Tokyo Festival, you can enjoy performances by artists from a variety of genres, including food, music, performance and art, inspired by the programs on offer. There are many ways to enjoy the event, such as trying food created in collaboration with the programs, enjoying the music, appreciating the performances, or chatting about art festivals and the world of theater over a drink!

Why not experience the charm of the Tokyo Festival with all your senses and experience a transition into the world of theater?

September 19th (Thurs) - September 29th (Sun) *Closed September 24th (Tues) and 25th (Wed) 11:30-19:30

[Notice of change in start time]
We had planned to open at 11:30 today (September 19th), but due to venue preparations, the opening time has been changed to 13:00.
We sincerely apologize to all attendees.
*End time is 19:30 (no change)

Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Presents Kinoshita Kabuki “Sannin Kichisa Kuruwa no Hatsugai” Collaborative Shaved Ice”Plum purple KOI pattern”“Plum purple KOI pattern”

This shaved ice was invented based on the innovative visuals of Kinoshita-Kabuki ‘s “Sannin Kichisa Kuruwa no Hatsugai”.” In honor of the three Kichisaburo, we use a rich berry sauce made from three kinds of fruit: strawberry, raspberry, and blueberry. The sweetness of the base milk sauce, the sourness of the berry sauce, and the saltiness of the salt without any additives or colorings create a gorgeous flavor that harmonizes well with the whole.

NORUHA “Virtual Disorder” Collaboration Shaved Ice”Ivory Dreams”

The shaved ice, inspired by the “Virtual Disorder” of the NORUHA, is a homemade ginger shaved ice. This experimental dish expresses the way a modern work is born from two classic works as a foundation, using a combination of traditional ingredients. A nostalgic Japanese flavor is created with a base of homemade spice syrup and molasses. The chic look is sprinkled with roasted green tea powder and wasanbon, which is also used in Japanese sweets, and is topped with barley puffs and star anise (star anise) for a fragrant taste, seeking newness within the traditional flavor.

chelfitsch x Fujikura Dai with Ensemble Nomad “Metamorphosis of a Living Room” Collaboration Baguette Sandwich”Grilled chicken x marinated summer vegetables sandwich”“Grilled chicken x marinated summer vegetables sandwich”

Based on the keyword “mixing” from “Metamorphosis of a Living Room” a performance by chelfitsch x Fujikura Dai with Ensemble Nomad, marinated summer vegetables and chicken seasoned with herbs and grilled in the oven are the main dishes, and the tomato sauce resonates with them like music that brings the whole dish together. Focusing on the orange peel, the main visual, the marinade using orange dressing creates a new harmony.

asamicro＋Mei Yamanaka、 Yui Kitagawa (Momonga Complex)

asamicro

Dancer/choreographer/head of egglife.He started learning hip-hop dance at the age of 10.The sharp movements and hunched back are addictiveThe choreography is distinctive.Expressing inexpressible feelings in a humorous wayExpressed through movement and speedy development.

Mei Yamanaka

Dancer/choreographer/head of egglife.He started learning hip-hop dance at the age of 10.The sharp movements and hunched back are addictiveThe choreography is distinctive.Expressing inexpressible feelings in a humorous wayExpressed through movement and speedy development.

Kitagawa Yui (Momonga Complex)

Dancer and choreographer. Member of the dance performance group Momonga Complex (led by Momoko Shirakami). Also active as an illustrator under the name “Kitagawa Yuu”!

Aiko Yamamoto

Artist. Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1991, currently living in Kyoto Prefecture. Graduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Intermedia Art (2017). Trained in China as an overseas trainee of the Pola Art Foundation (2019). Conducts field research on the natural environment and dyeing and weaving techniques, and creates works that explore themes of indigenousness and the location of memory.

Tommo

A visual artist based in Tokyo. Graduated from the Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School of Fine Arts, majoring in GAP (2021). Influenced by skateboarding and graffiti, he began creating art. He believes that the core of street culture is the physical and conceptual periphery and the space between, and engages in cross-disciplinary activities. In recent years, he has been conducting research and making presentations to clarify the meaning of street. (Graffiti and Street Art scientific journal, SAUC)（Graffiti and Street Art scientific journal, SAUC)

Ayumi Miyagawa + COCOROTUS (Yamame Shoshi, Emi Kawabata)

Owner of COCOROTUS Fuchu no Mori Coffee Shop Born in Fuchu, Tokyo Metropolitan Government in 1982. While studying at Tama Art University, he was active in theater and after graduating, he worked at an arts advertising agency for 13 years. He opened a restaurant (2016) and has been involved in art-related projects since the founding of the NPO Artist Collective Fuchu (ACF) (2017). He is currently the main personality on the radio show “Oto no Fune.” He is planning to hold the art festival “THE ART FUCHU 2024” (2024).

From left: Takeda Iku, Kubo Maimi, Isono Rena

Takeda Kaoru

Born in Tokyo Metropolitan Government in 1983, he currently lives in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. He runs a small event space called “Machinaka Bunkagoya” in the shopping district.

Reina Isono

Born in Ibaraki Prefecture in 1996. Art manager/art coordinator. In charge of planning, management and public relations at the art project office.

Mainami Kubo

Born in Osaka Prefecture in 2001. Fourth year student at Rikkyo University. Studying interpretation and translation.

Experiments in creating tonight’s dream.
asamicro + Mei Yamanaka, Yui Kitagawa (Momonga Complex)

“The dream I had yesterday somehow encouraged me, and it’s a reality that allows me to spend today in a positive way.” By connecting the memorable emotions, memories, and actions that appear in tonight’s dream, we will conduct an experiment to carry the events of the day spent at the art festival into a dream.

Thursday 19th
12:00-　Public Creation
16:00-　Public Creation

Friday 20th
12:00-　Public Creation
16:30-　Public Creation
　
21st (Sat), 22nd (Sun)
Archive Exhibition

Monday 23rd
12:00-　asamicro Public Creation
14:00-18:00　Public Creation
18:00-　Mini Performance①

Thursday 26th
12:00-　Public Creation
15:30-　Performance ②
18:20-　Performance ③

Friday 27th
13:00-18:00　asamicro Public Creation
18:00- asamicro　Mini Performance④

Closed on 28th (Sat) and 29th (Sun)

*The schedule is a guide only. For detailed times, please check at the Tokyo Festival Information Center – HIROBA Transit Kitchen venue.

Among Flags
Aiko Yamamoto

“Using scraps of fabric dyed with plants from various regions, we will create flags inspired by the program and the entire festival. The flags will be colored little by little over the course of the 10-day production period.”

19th (Thurs) – 27th (Fri) Open production at any time
Closed on 28th (Sat) and 29th (Sun)

*The schedule is a guide only. For detailed times, please check at the Tokyo Festival Information Center – HIROBA Transit Kitchen venue.

Set,Play,Session
Tommo

19th (Thurs) – 27th (Fri) 11:30-19:30

*The schedule is a guide only. For detailed times, please check at the Tokyo Festival Information Center – HIROBA Transit Kitchen venue.

For more information, please seeAccessibility

• Accessible and route-marked for wheelchairs.
• Easy Japanese language service available.
• Written communication/information available.
• English menu available
• Assistance in English is provided.
• Childcare service (temporary childcare is available within the theater. Fees apply. Limited capacity) Reservations and inquiries: Mirakus Corporation Mirakus Sitter 0120-415-306 (Weekdays 9 a.m- 5 p.m.(JST))
  Applications must be made at least one week prior to the desired date. For children aged 3 months to those not yet enrolled in elementary school.
  Click here for details
• Childcare workshop: Tokyo Festival 2024“Children’s Play Theater”
  (For children aged 4 to elementary school age / Paid, limited capacity / Childcare to support children’s art experiences)
  September 20th (Friday) – 28th (Saturday) *Scheduled according to each performance time

• Please refrain from visiting if you have a fever or are feeling unwell.
• Wearing a mask is at the discretion of the individual. Please wear one when necessary, such as when the venue is crowded.
• We recommend that you practice proper cough etiquette and wash your hands.

Planning and management: Tokyo Festival Executive Committee Office
Graphic design: Yosuke Nakanishi (STUDIO PT.) Furniture design: Asagi Yoshida

Organized by: Tokyo Festival Executive Committee(Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture(Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, Arts Council Tokyo), Tokyo Metropolitan Government Government), Japan Arts Council for Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan
Japan Cultural Expo 2.0 in the Fiscal Year 2024
Sponsor: Asahi Group Japan, Ltd

Tokyo Festival Executive Committee Office
TEL: +81(0)50-1746-0996 (weekdays 10 a.m.-6 p.m. JST)