Awa Jurobe Yashiki (Puppet Theater and Museum)
Awa Ningyo Joruri is a traditional puppet theater native to Tokushima, where each puppet is brought to life by a team of three puppeteers. At Awa Jurobe Yashiki, visitors can enjoy daily performances of this traditional art. You can also explore exhibits of puppets and costumes, and discover how the puppets are operated and the different roles of the performers.
More Information about Awa Jurobe Yashiki (Puppet Theater and Museum)
Street address
- 184 Miyajima honura, Kawauchi-cho, Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture
About TOKUSHIMA
Access
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- Take the Tokushima City Bus (Kawauchi Loop Line) from JR Tokushima Station to the Jurobei Yashiki-mae bus stop (approx. 20–30 mins). From there, it is just a short walk.
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Opening Hours
- 9:30-17:00
(open until 18:00 from July 1 to August 31)
Closed
- December 31 to January 3
Best season
- All year
Point
update: Oct.7.2026
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