Connected directly from the subway station, this bento shop located in the underground Komagata Plaza caught my attention. While it had the image of a bento shop, it has been selling various interesting breads recently. When I went to see a Kabuki performance, I bought the "Crocodile Ham Cutlet Burger." It was a cute burger shaped like a crocodile with a ham cutlet inside. They also had other fun breads like the "Whale Bread," "Watermelon-style Bread," and "Lemon Curry Bread." They were all very enjoyable. Since they have Kabuki theater seals on them, they could also make great souvenirs.

This is a bento shop directly connected to the underground of Higashi-Ginza Station on the metro. My husband won five half-price Kabuki theater tickets from Tokyo Metropolitan Government's Kabuki theater promotion. He said it's like a new Kabuki theater. This is the first time he has done something like this. He got one ticket. Isn't that amazing? We have seats in the 6th row, on the 2nd floor. I have been to Kabuki theater twice before, so I will be the guide this time. Yes, it's connected from the subway station and it's interesting to see from the station. Do you want to see it? No, I don't need to. My husband is the type who prefers stability over adventure. Let's buy a bento before it gets crowded during the intermission.

I went to see Kabuki for the third time in my life, but I still don't understand the system at all. I did some research beforehand and found out that you can buy bento boxes in the underground area and eat them during intermission. I bought a Surikogi Jyoyu Nori Bento, which had a luxurious taste. It was delicious with a sophisticated seasoning. I was actually aiming for a different bento, but when I went around 3:15 PM, it was already sold out.

Kabuki performances are gradually returning to normalcy as the situation with COVID-19 calms down (although there are talks of an 8th wave coming). This time, eating and drinking in the seats was allowed. While dinner performances did not offer meals, the daytime show started at 11 am and continued until around 2:30 pm, so I ordered a bento box from Yagura-san. The shop, Ajisigure, is located in the underground area of the Kabuki-za in Kobiki-cho. I imagined the bento box would be a bit smaller, but it was quite large. I used to enjoy the Akameshi bento box from Bematsu at Kabuki-za, but they closed their shop when the pandemic started. It's always sad to see beloved stores closing. This bento box had a variety of traditional Japanese side dishes and left me feeling very satisfied.

I ordered the "Kabuki-za Hanamai Stage Bento" this time. The bento box contained traditional Japanese dishes, all with a gentle and delicious flavor. The use of plenty of vegetables made it a healthy choice. I enjoyed the meal at the third-floor dining area during the intermission of the performance.

In July, my wife and I went to Tokyo to see a Kabuki performance at the Kabukiza Theatre, where Ichikawa Ebizo played 13 roles in a row, a performance known as "Hoshiawase Yojudan" that no one has done before. The show was amazing, with Ebizo's powerful performance captivating the audience. We also enjoyed a delicious bento box and beer during the intermission. However, the next morning we heard the news that Ebizo had to cancel upcoming performances due to health reasons. We were grateful to have seen the show before this happened and hope for his speedy recovery.

It has been a long time since I last watched Kabuki. The Dangiku Festival is popular every year, so good seats are quickly taken. Especially this time, as it is also the debut of the seventh generation Onoe Ushinosuke, seats were in high demand. Finally, I managed to get tickets, but all the dining places except for Kitcho were fully booked. Since I had already made a reservation for Kitcho with the "Higashi Odori" set for another day, Kitcho was not an option for this time. In the end, I purchased a "Hanamichi Bento" for 2000 yen and a half portion of mackerel sushi for 1200 yen at "Yagura" on the second basement floor of the Kabuki-za. I shared the Hanamichi Bento, mackerel sushi, and the Inari sushi from "Platinum-ya" that I had reserved the day before with my husband. The Hanamichi Bento had a variety of dishes in small portions, providing a satisfying experience. The mackerel sushi was delicious and just to my liking. It had a substantial portion and the half portion was enough. The lobby's long bench was full, so we had to eat at our seats. It felt a bit cramped, and I regretted not making a reservation at Kitcho after all. Thank you for the meal.

We visited Kabukiza in Higashi-Ginza and purchased a popular Makunouchi bento box at Hanamichi, a Japanese restaurant, for 2,000 yen. The bento box looked beautiful and tasted elegant. It included three types of rice: mixed rice, white rice, and red rice. We also bought a Beef Hire Katsu Sandwich from Grill Bon, New World for 1,100 yen. This sandwich is our favorite, and it tasted delicious as always. Enjoying these meals at Kabuki theater makes the experience even more special.

This is a bento shop located in the underground plaza directly connected to the Higashi-Ginza Station where you can get bento boxes to enjoy during Kabuki performances. On days when Kabuki shows are held, it's a lucrative business as people flock in without needing to line up, and it's a matter of whoever the staff can serve across the showcase. Furthermore, the entire building operates on cash-only transactions, which is surprisingly accepted in the world of entertainment. I splurged on the bento from Shimogamo Charyo priced at 2000 yen. The bento itself was delicious with a Kyoto-style touch. The red snapper, scallops, and herring rolls with kelp were highlights, along with the simmered vegetables. It felt like the quality matched the price point.

The other day, I went to see Kabuki at the Kabukiza Theater and bought a bento box in the basement before the show. The shop is located on the left side as soon as you go through the underground passage from Hibiya Station. They sell various bento boxes, but some items may sell out depending on the timing. The menu is displayed with photos above the counter inside the shop. I had my bento box during the 30-minute break. The Kabuki Tea House Bento Box costs around 1,500 yen and is made with seasonal ingredients. It was delicious, especially the chestnut rice and the ohagi dessert inside, which was personally perfect for me (laughs).

Visited in November 2019. Watched the afternoon Kabuki performance. Had a light bento and sukiyaki bento. Both were elegant and delicious. Enjoyed them during the intermission.

I watched Kabuki in the afternoon and bought a bento box at the theater. I tried the Sukiyaki bento box in November 2019, and it had a sophisticated taste. I have plans to eat various meals on my day off, so this seems just right.

I received this during the intermission of a kabuki performance. Thank you for the meal.

I came to Kabuki-za. I always buy bento at the underground yagura. This day, I had meal plans before and after, so I enjoyed my favorite Bon Hele Katsu sandwich. It is a luxurious and delicious taste.

Delicious but tough!

It's been a while since I last watched Kabuki theater. Among musicals by the Takarazuka Revue and the Shiki Theatre Company, as well as Kabuki, Kabuki might be my favorite. Kabuki tickets are often seen as expensive, but there are affordable seats available. This time, I got a seat for 6,000 yen. There are seats for 3,000 yen in some areas too. The performance is quite long, lasting about 4 hours. There are two breaks, one for 30 minutes and another for 15 minutes. During the 30-minute break, I had a bento box from Yagura-san located on the basement floor. The portion was a bit small, but just right for a quick meal. Yagura-san offers a wide variety of bento boxes. There is also a shop selling Kichiza's bento boxes, which are more luxurious. For a quick and easy meal, this type of bento box is perfect.

It's been a while since I visited Ginza. The excitement of this city that I've had since I was a child hasn't changed, but I feel like the thrill has decreased. Maybe it's because of my age? The Kabuki-za theater has been renovated for a while now, but the souvenir corner is always enjoyable. I love sabazushi, especially from Yonehachi, so I'll have some now. I'll lightly pour some soy sauce over it and enjoy. Delicious! Thank you for the meal!

In Ginza, there is a Kabuki theater called Kabukiza. At the beginning of the new year, I pass through the "Kobiki Plaza" located underground in Kabukiza, which is directly connected to the subway station from Higashi-Ginza Station due to work reasons. It's almost 4 o'clock in the afternoon. As I walk past the bento box stalls mainly for Kabuki theater customers, I notice that there are still some bentos left, although not many. I stop and see a board in front of the store with the words "Limited Quantity" written on it. The bento is titled "Mountain Climbing". It seems that bento boxes from the "Nori Bento Specialty Store" at GINZASIX are being sold here. Despite being an underground bento shop at Kabukiza, the price is quite reasonable. Nevertheless, it costs 1,080 yen. However, other bentos are over 2,000 yen, so it's quite a bargain if you think of it as a "Kabukiza bento". I decide to buy one and bring it home for a drink. When I open the lid, I see a typical "nori bento" scene, but the size and length of the salmon and tempura bamboo shoots are extra-large. Even though it's cold, the nori emits a "seaside scent" that tickles the nose and whets the appetite. The tempura bamboo shoot is delicious, of course, but the highlight is the salmon. It has a sweet and salty flavor, with a firm "salmon taste" and a soft and elegant texture, making it very delicious. Such delicious salmon cannot be experienced with discounted supermarket products. And of course, the classic tamagoyaki. It's a sweet "Edo-style" tamagoyaki. There is also a salad of glass noodles and greens, as well as another unidentified paste-like item. This is a pancake-like paste. Perhaps this was influenced by the fact that the Kabukiza program at this time was the succession of the Matsushimokoshiro family's three generations under the name "Koreya"? And the main rice with nori is in two layers. In addition to the nori seen when the lid is opened, there is also nori placed in the middle of the rice, making it a very luxurious bento. Do not underestimate the "nori bento", as it is a very elegant and luxurious bento. I think of it as "an expensive bento", rather than just a "nori bento". If I have the opportunity, I would like to visit the shop at GINZASIX and try various nori bentos, but that might also lead to the "former taste". However, it is certain that it is a "delicious and luxurious nori bento".

In July, I purchased a bento box of chirashi sushi from the eel restaurant in Ginza, which has won the Michelin Bib Gourmand award, at the underground yagura-san of Kabuki-za during the Kabuki performance. I enjoyed it during the intermission of the Kabuki play. The package had the words "When you eat delicious food, you smile. When you drink delicious food, you sing. Delicious food is truly delightful" written on it, which caught my interest. The eel sushi had a variety of toppings on the vinegared rice, including eel, salmon roe, shrimp, as well as ginger, carrots, lotus root, egg, and sesame seeds sprinkled on top. It was quite enjoyable for the price of 1000 yen. They also sold bottled tea from Itoen.