It has been decided that Ukiyo-e Cafe Tsutaju will be hosting an event.

Master Katsura Mikisuke, a collector of Yoshiwara Hosomi prints, will act as host for the event, which will be themed around rakugo and Yoshiwara. The event will be held monthly from October to January. There will be lectures and rakugo, mainly focusing on Yoshiwara and Tsutaya Juzaburo, as well as an exhibition and commentary of valuable Edo-period Koshodo publications.

Katsura Mikisuke Discusses the World of Tsutaya Juzaburo
Edo Culture of Shin-Yoshiwara and Rakugo: “Learn, See, and Experience”

Date and Time: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Venue: Taito Civic Hall, 9th Floor, Special Conference Room (Large)
Doors Open: 4:00 PM
Show Starts: 4:30 PM (Approximately 1.5 hours)
Price: ¥1,500 (Advance and Same-Day Tickets)
(Seats are on a first-come, first-served basis)
Organizer: Ukiyo-e Cafe Tsutaju

[Part 1] Talk Show Related to Yoshiwara
Master Katsura Mikisuke x Owner of Ukiyo-e Cafe Tsutaju
“Before Tsutaju” – A Look at Shin-Yoshiwara through Yoshiwara Sasami
The Great Takao Tayu – Learning about Oiran, Brothels, Shops, and Local Products

[Part 2] Exhibit and Commentary of Outstanding Works
Tsutajyu’s Ally, Sankyoden, Owner of Ukiyo-e Cafe Tsutaju

[Part 3] Rakugo: Katsura Mikisuke Kon’ya Takao – Exhibit and Commentary of Classic Masterpieces
Oiran Procession Performed by Tayu, the Highest Ranking of Courtesans
Their appearance captivated many. A story begins from this procession…

Tickets on Sale: From Friday, September 5th
Same-day tickets will be sold if seats are available.
On the day of the event, please provide your full name and the ticket purchase screen at the reception desk.

If you would like to participate, please apply by clicking “Reservations” below.
Payment by credit card or bank transfer is accepted.
Once payment has been confirmed, your tickets will be sent to the email address you provided.

We look forward to seeing you there.