10 Best Cabaret and Burlesque Shows in Tokyo

Asakusa has kept a strand of popular theatre alive, taishu engeki, with travelling troupes and men playing the women’s roles. The Kaguwa dance cabaret is the polished modern take. Roppongi’s burlesque clubs are a different night entirely, built around dinner and a late show.

3.Tokyo Japanese Dance Cabaret Theater Asakusa-Kaguwa

Nestled within Tokyo's vibrant cultural scene, Asakusa-Kaguwa promises a mesmerizing blend of tradition and innovation that will leave you yearning for more.

“Awesome! Amazing choreography, talented performers, touching storytelling. Put this on your must-do list. We we're talking about it days later. As with all theater performances, the drinks were watered down, so order beer.”

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8.Tokyo Burlesque Show Club

Flirtatious dancers and acrobatic performers captivate audiences at the Tokyo Burlesque Show Club, where a night of sultry elegance and theatrical charm awaits.

★ 4.5

“Amazing experience, and the waiters Adrick and Lucas were phenomenal, the dancers were 10/10 and just an amazing experience for travelling all round”

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10.Tantra Tokyo: Roppongi’s Sexiest Burlesque Show & Italian Dinner

Review of Tantra Tokyo in Roppongi: Italian dinner, burlesque, pole dancing, prices, show times, and practical tips before you book.

★ 4.7

“Everything you can possibly think of went entirely right. From reception, service, drinks, and most importantly, the beautiful ladies that put on an exceptional performance. Definitely a returning customer.”

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