What this is
Nylon 100°C marks its 50th session with a new conversational drama set in the shared spaces of a 1970s suburban Tokyo apartment building, following a caretaker couple played by Minosuke and Rie Minemura. The company is led by playwright-director Kerarino Sandrovitch, known by the abbreviation KERA, one of Japan's most respected figures in contemporary theatre. The retro domestic setting and character-driven dialogue are hallmarks of KERA's style — understated, witty, and rooted in everyday Japanese life.
Who should go
Theatre enthusiasts with an interest in contemporary Japanese drama, particularly those familiar with KERA's work or the Nylon 100°C company. Japanese language ability is essentially required, as no English subtitles are indicated.
Good to know
Tickets for Nylon 100°C productions are typically sold via eplus.jp or pia.jp, both of which accept foreign credit cards; convenience store pickup at Lawson is the most practical option for visitors without a Japanese delivery address. Honda Theatre in Shimokitazawa is a mid-sized intimate venue seating around 400, well suited to the conversational, character-driven style of KERA's work. The Shimokitazawa area is Tokyo's theatre district, so arriving early gives you time to explore the neighbourhood's cafes and vintage shops. The production also runs at Hankyu Middle Hall in Hyogo, which is a seated venue of similar scale. As with most Japanese straight plays, photography during the performance is not permitted.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.