

Hutch Hatchell from NHK E-tele "Musica Piccolino" appears!Musical play "Christmas Carol" with shadow puppets, acting, singing and violin. In addition, a variety of Christmas puppet shows will open in Koshigaya, where you can enjoy Cocon's ventriloquist puppet show!
Mochinosha is a shadow play company that creates unparalleled “live analog movies”. Centered on Canadian and Japanese artists, based in Koshigaya City, they have performed in more than 35 cities in 8 countries around the world, and have been awarded and invited to theater festivals in various countries, including Japan.
This time, a collaboration project with NHK E-tele "Musica Piccolino" Hutch Hutchel. You can see a comprehensive performance of the masterpiece "A Christmas Carol" with shadow puppets, acting, singing and violin music.
In addition, a ventriloquist puppet show "Tutor and Cookie" by the Kansai puppet theater Cocon will be performed at the same time.
In addition, an MC by "Yanomi", an officially registered artist of Cirque du Soleil, produced a stage full of laughter. We will deliver songs, laughter, and a lovely time that the three generations of the family, parents, children, and grandchildren, can enjoy together.
This performance will be streamed at the same time, so even those who are far away or who are worried about infectious diseases can enjoy watching it at home.
World Shadow Art Festival Vol.2 has now finished. Thank you very much to everyone who came!
Vol. 3 of the shadow art festival "WORLD SHADOW ART FESTIVAL" by Nozomisha will be held in Tokyo in September 2026!
A total of six performances will be presented at the PUK Puppet Theatre in Shinjuku by four professional shadow puppet companies from Japan and an international group.
◆ The theme of Vol.2 is Shadow Puppets x Circus ◆
A collaboration between the shadow puppet company "Nozomisha" and the world-famous "Street Circus." Enjoy a show of light, shadow, and circus.
The guest performer will be shadow artist SAKURA. She learned from Seiji Fujishiro, a leading figure in Japanese shadow art, and will perform shadow puppets incorporating traditional Chinese shadow puppetry, accompanied by live music on the violin and cello.
◆ A wide variety of experiential art projects ◆
Don't just look, touch, make and take photos... the three-day event is full of art gimmicks.
More details will be posted on this website from time to time.
◆ Main participating artists ◆
Mochinosha
This shadow puppet company, comprised of Canadians and Japanese, creates "live analog films" that transform two-dimensional shadow puppetry into three-dimensional performances. They have performed in over 40 cities in eight countries around the world, and have won numerous awards both at home and abroad.
Street Circus
This Canadian-based contemporary circus arts company beautifully and artistically presents superhuman performances that utilize physical abilities. Since its formation in 2010, the company has performed in 35 countries around the world, winning numerous awards. Making the most of their high level of physicality and circus skills, the company is also actively involved in producing and directing stage productions. They hold two Guinness World Records for circus moves (*).
※Daniel: Longest duration spinning in a Cyr wheel
Kimblee: Most hula hoop rotations on the foot in the handstand position in 30 seconds
Shadow Artist SAKURA
A shadow artist who has been influenced by the world of marionettes and shadow puppets from various countries, primarily Chinese shadow puppets, and has arrived at his own unique way of expression. He has formed a performance team with dancer Natsuyo Sekiya and others, collaborated with musicians, and has produced a variety of works, including exhibitions and picture books.
She has produced and appeared in numerous shadow puppet shows for media outlets, including the Benesse Channel, the Kinmokusei music video (featuring Aoi Miyazaki), and NHK's "Bi no Tsubo." She was born in Saitama Prefecture and graduated from Joshibi University of Art and Design, majoring in Japanese painting. She studied under Seiji Fujishiro, a leading figure in Japanese shadow puppet art.
February 15, 2025 (Sat) Pre-performance in Yokohama
◎Stage ◎Mini Exhibition
Yokohama Nigiwaiza Small Hall (Noge Shale)
3 minutes walk from Sakuragicho Station on the JR Line and Municipal Subway Line
"Two Worlds" will be performed by Nozomisha & Street Circus, along with a mini shadow art exhibition.
Start time: 13:00 / 17:00
February 22, 2025 (Saturday) in Saitama Venue, Day 1
◎Stage ◎Exhibition ◎Music
Soka Akos Hall (Soka, Saitama)
1 minute walk from Soka Station on the Tobu Skytree Line (direct connection to the Hibiya and Hanzomon subway lines)
◆Event timetable◆
15:00 Open (Exhibition & Drink service)
16:00-17:00 Stage 1 "Two Worlds" by Nozomisha & Street Circus
17:00-17:30 Break (Exhibition & Drink service)
17:30-18:45 Stage 2 "Story Shadow Play 'The Emperor and the Nightingale' and others" by Shadow Play Master SAKURA
February 24th, 2025 (Monday, national holiday) in Saitama venue, Day 2
◎Workshop
Sun City Portico Hall (Minamikoshigaya, Saitama)
3 minutes walk from Minami-Koshigaya Station on the JR Musashino Line and Shin-Koshigaya Station on the Tobu Skytree Line (direct access to the Hibiya and Hanzomon subway lines)
Learn circus techniques using hula hoops from world-renowned circus performers.
Instructor Kimberly is an American circus artist and a Guinness World Record holder for hula hooping.
This is a workshop that anyone can enjoy, including those who are not good at exercise, children, and the elderly!
Time: 15:00 - 16:30
* Recommended age: 8 years and older




















