Comical Tales From Japan: Performed by Motoko
Thursday, May 21 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM
In-Person & on Zoom:

Registration required to attend In-Person.

We are delighted to welcome back award-winning storyteller Motoko as she brings to life the hilarious and poignant tales about everyday lives in Edo-period Japan (1603-1868), sharing both their historical context and the enduring charm of Rakugo today. Come experience the humor, subtlety, and dynamic energy that make Rakugo a beloved Japanese cultural treasure.

About the Presenter:
Motoko is an award-winning storyteller and mime, whose featured appearances include the National Storytelling Festival (Jonesborough TN), PBS’s Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood, and the CarnegieKids in Miyazaki sponsored by Carnegie Hall. She grew up in Osaka, listening to Kamigata Rakugo of Katsura Beicho (1925–2015) and Katsura Shijaku (1939-1999).

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