13 upcoming comedy events
Rakugo & Variety at Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 12:30
Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Experience traditional Japanese humor with Rakugo storytellers, manzai pairs, and a lively variety show at Ikebukuro Engei Hall. Enjoy intimate theatre with daytime 12:30-16:30 and an evening performance—a rich blend of storytelling, slapstick, and cultural charm.
Rakugo Show at Shinjuku Suehirotei
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 12:00
Shinjuku Suehirotei
Experience Rakugo and traditional Japanese comedy at Shinjuku Suehirotei, one of Tokyo’s last yose theaters. A full day of performances by multiple storytellers from 12:00 to 21:00, offering lively humor and cultural insight for a ¥3,000 ticket.
Ikebukuro Engei Hall — Rakugo & Variety (Apr 26)
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 12:30
Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Experience traditional Rakugo storytelling alongside manzai and other variety acts at Ikebukuro Engei Hall in Tokyo. This intimate venue hosts a daytime and evening program, delivering classic Japanese humor in a lively, accessible setting.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: Stress-Relief Comedy Night
Sun, 26 Apr 2026 at 19:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
Pirates of Tokyo Bay return to What the Dickens! Ebisu for a bilingual comedy night designed to melt away the stress of a new routine. Expect sharp jokes in English and Japanese, lively crowd energy, and a casual, welcoming atmosphere.
Ikebukuro Engei Hall — Rakugo & Variety (May 03)
Sun, 3 May 2026 at 12:30
Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Traditional Rakugo storytelling with manzai and variety acts at Ikebukuro Engei Hall in Tokyo. Two shows from 12:30–16:30 plus an evening performance, offering intimate Japanese humor in a classic venue.
Rakugo & Variety at Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Sun, 10 May 2026 at 12:30
Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Enjoy Rakugo storytelling, manzai, and a lively variety show at Ikebukuro Engei Hall. This intimate venue hosts matinee 12:30–16:30 and evening performances, delivering traditional Japanese humor in a dynamic live setting.
Ikebukuro Engei Hall — Rakugo & Variety (May 17)
Sun, 17 May 2026 at 12:30
Ikebukuro Engei Hall
Traditional Japanese comedy night at Ikebukuro Engei Hall featuring rakugo storytelling, manzai duos, and a lively variety lineup in an intimate Tokyo venue. Two shows are scheduled: afternoon 12:30–16:30 and an evening performance, with admission ¥2,500.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: Beat the May Blues
Sun, 31 May 2026 at 19:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
Pirates of Tokyo Bay presents a bilingual comedy night at What the Dickens! Ebisu to chase away the May blues with hearty laughs. Expect sharp jokes in English and Japanese, a lively crowd, and a playful, late-night vibe in Tokyo's Ebisu venue.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: Stand-up Night in Ebisu
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 at 19:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
Pirates of Tokyo Bay performs a stand-up night at What the Dickens! in Ebisu on June 28, 2026 at 7:30 pm. Escape the rainy season with witty jokes, a drink in hand, and a lively pub crowd.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay
Sun, 26 Jul 2026 at 19:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
An evening of stand-up comedy at What the Dickens! in Ebisu, Tokyo. Pirates of Tokyo Bay brings a summer breeze of quick wit paired with cold beer, bilingual banter, and a lively, intimate club vibe. Expect sharp jokes, audience interaction, and a fun Tokyo night out.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: Improv Live in Ebisu
Sun, 30 Aug 2026 at 19:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
Pirates of Tokyo Bay brings its rambunctious improv comedy to What the Dickens! in Ebisu. Expect fast-paced sketches, cheeky banter, and audience participation as they chase away the lingering summer heat with laughs, wit, and nautical mischief in a cozy Tokyo venue.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: English & Japanese Improv Comedy
Sun, 27 Sept 2026 at 19:30
Zerotokyo
Pirates of Tokyo Bay is a bilingual improv night in Tokyo, mixing English and Japanese scenes, audience suggestions, and fast-paced pirate-themed games. Expect sharp cross-cultural humor, audience participation, and a lively, bilingual stage show that celebrates language play.
Pirates of Tokyo Bay: Thanksgiving Laughs
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 at 19:30
What the Dickens!, Ebisu
Pirates of Tokyo Bay returns to What the Dickens! in Ebisu for a bilingual Thanksgiving-themed night of laughter and gratitude. Expect sharp stand-up, playful sketches, and audience rapport in English and Japanese for a cross-cultural comedy experience that hits both sides of the audience.