{"id":1121,"date":"2026-08-18T16:31:20","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T07:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/?p=1121"},"modified":"2026-08-23T14:43:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-23T05:43:13","slug":"heisei-nakamuraza-seating-guide-matsu-take-sakura-ume-odaijin-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/heisei-nakamuraza-seating-guide-matsu-take-sakura-ume-odaijin-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Heisei Nakamuraza Seating Guide: Matsu, Take, Sakura, Ume &#038; Odaijin Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heisei Nakamuraza is a temporary Edo-style kabuki theater with an intimate U-shaped layout wrapping around three sides of the stage. For the October 2026 Asakusa run, choosing a ticket means balancing closeness, viewing angle, physical comfort, and price. Here is what each seating category actually feels like\u2014and how to pick the right one for your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/hnmz-17-1024x683-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/what-is-heisei-nakamuraza-history-meaning-and-what-makes-it-different\/\">What Is Heisei Nakamuraza? History, Meaning, and What Makes It Different<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Discover Heisei Nakamuraza\u2019s Edo roots, temporary theater design, distinctive traditions, history, and key differences from Kabukiza.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Heisei Nakamuraza Seats at a Glance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-simple\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Seat type<\/th><th>Price<\/th><th>Location<\/th><th>Best for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Matsu (Pine)<\/td><td>\u00a516,500<\/td><td>Ground-floor center, facing the stage<\/td><td>Maximum proximity and atmosphere<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Take (Bamboo)<\/td><td>\u00a516,500<\/td><td>Bench seating on the 1st and 2nd floors<\/td><td>Comfort with a strong view<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sakura (Cherry Blossom)<\/td><td>\u00a511,000<\/td><td>Front row along the 2nd-floor sides<\/td><td>A close, unusual side perspective<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ume (Plum)<\/td><td>\u00a513,000<\/td><td>Rear of the 2nd-floor sides<\/td><td>Visitors comfortable viewing from farther away<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Odaijin (Grand Patron)<\/td><td>\u00a536,000<\/td><td>Front-and-center on the 2nd floor<\/td><td>The clearest overall stage view<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/heisei-nakamuraza-h-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/heisei-nakamuraza-guide\/\">Heisei Nakamuraza Guide: History, Features &#038; October 2026 Performance Info<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Everything about Heisei Nakamuraza, the temporary Edo-style kabuki theater founded by Nakamura Kanzaburo XVIII \u2014 its history, what makes it unique, and full details on the October 2026 Asakusa run: cast, schedule, tickets, and seating.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"p-adBox -normal -border-off\" data-id=\"175\" data-ad=\"normal\"><div class=\"p-adBox__body\"><div class=\"p-adBox__img\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9605472874778813\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- \u30bf\u30a4\u30c8\u30eb\u3057\u305f -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9605472874778813\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9431907817\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Matsu (Pine): Closest to the Action, but Floor-Seated<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Matsu tickets cost \u00a516,500 and place you on the ground floor in the central section facing the stage. These are the closest seats to the performance, positioned essentially along the path of the hanamichi runway, where entrances and exits happen. This position makes costumes and movement feel immediate in a way that a conventional auditorium rarely matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That closeness comes with an important tradeoff: Matsu is floor seating, not standard chair seating. You sit on a low zabuton cushion and remove your shoes before stepping up into the section. Staff provide plastic bags so that you can carry your shoes to your place rather than leaving them at the entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a multi-hour kabuki program, sitting close to floor level can become physically demanding. Audience members commonly change between seiza, cross-legged sitting, and side-sitting as the performance continues. There is no single perfect position, and visitors who prefer not to sit on the floor for an extended period should think carefully before choosing Matsu. Little to no under-seat storage is available, so a large shopping bag or bulky backpack will make the experience more awkward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sightlines are intimate rather than foolproof. Because everyone is sitting at roughly the same low level, the posture of the person in front can block part of your view. A visitor who sits tall in seiza, for example, may affect the audience member behind. For this reason, people attending in kimono may find a Take seat more comfortable, while kneeling upright in Matsu may obstruct someone else&#8217;s view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dress with floor sitting in mind. Long boots are inconvenient because they take time to remove and put on, while short or tight skirts can feel restrictive once you start changing position. Pants or a long skirt are the easier choices. A scarf or stole also earns its place in your bag, serving as both a light lap cover and an extra layer if the temporary theater feels cool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose Matsu if physical closeness and the energy of actors moving nearby matter more to you than chair comfort or an unobstructed overview. It is an atmospheric choice, but not automatically the best one for every first-time visitor.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/3446361_s-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/what-is-kabuki-complete-beginners-guide\/\">What Is Kabuki? A Complete Beginner&#8217;s Guide<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Kabuki is a nearly 400-year-old Japanese theatrical art built on bold spectacle and inherited technique. A complete starting-point guide to what it is, where it came from, and how to start watching.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take (Bamboo): The Best Balance of View and Comfort<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take seats also cost \u00a516,500, but they use regular bench or chair-style seating instead of floor cushions. They are available on both the 1st and 2nd floors, and the experience differs enough between those levels that location should guide your choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the 1st floor, Take seats sit just outside the Matsu section. That makes them the second-closest seating to the stage: you retain much of the ground-floor immediacy while gaining more legroom, a conventional sitting position, and somewhere to put a bag. They suit visitors who want to feel close to the actors but would rather not spend several hours moving between kneeling and cross-legged positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The center Take seats on the 2nd floor offer a different advantage. Their tiered arrangement means that the head of the person in front is less likely to block your sightline. From this higher position, it is easier to absorb the full stage composition\u2014actors&#8217; spacing, group movement, scenery, and the relationship between different parts of the performance area\u2014without constantly adjusting your posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Comfort is Take&#8217;s strongest practical selling point. A multi-hour performance is simply easier for many travelers when they have proper seating, more usable legroom, and space for personal belongings. With regular seating rather than a floor-cushion section, there is also no shoe-removal step to plan for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pick 1st-floor Take if proximity is your priority. Choose 2nd-floor center Take if you want a cleaner overview and more reliable sightlines. For many overseas visitors\u2014especially those seeing kabuki for the first time\u2014Take is the most straightforward compromise between atmosphere, visibility, and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sakura (Cherry Blossom): A Close Side View with Backstage Glimpses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Priced at \u00a511,000, Sakura seats occupy the front row along the 2nd-floor sides. They are among the 2nd-floor seats closest to the stage, although you watch from an oblique angle rather than looking straight ahead. Their appeal lies less in a perfectly complete view than in the unusual sense of being tucked beside the performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sakura seats sit just inside the stage curtain line. Depending on the moment, you may catch glimpses of set changes, staff moving behind the scenes, or musicians preparing to play. Before the performance begins, actors occasionally acknowledge or wave to audience members in this area. None of those moments should be treated as guaranteed, but they give Sakura a playful, behind-the-curtain quality that the central sections do not share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The viewing angle also creates blind spots. Staging that opens toward the back of the stage can disappear from sight. On the side closer to stage-left, or kamite, action at the near edge of the stage may be hidden; from the opposite side, heads in front can partly block the hanamichi runway. You gain closeness, in other words, without gaining a complete picture of every scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Limited availability adds another consideration. Sakura seats are few in number and are known to sell out quickly after tickets go on sale, so they are not a category to leave until the last minute. They work best for repeat kabuki visitors, curious theater fans, or budget-conscious travelers who value proximity and backstage atmosphere more than a symmetrical view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not assume that a general photography announcement automatically applies here. Even on days when photography is otherwise permitted, Sakura sections are sometimes excluded. Check the posted signs and listen to staff instructions on the day of your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"p-adBox -normal -border-off\" data-id=\"175\" data-ad=\"normal\"><div class=\"p-adBox__body\"><div class=\"p-adBox__img\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9605472874778813\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- \u30bf\u30a4\u30c8\u30eb\u3057\u305f -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9605472874778813\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9431907817\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ume (Plum): A More Distant Side Perspective<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ume seats cost \u00a513,000 and are positioned toward the rear of the 2nd-floor sides. Among the standard categories, they are the farthest from the stage. Their distance makes them a less immersive choice than Matsu, 1st-floor Take, or Sakura, particularly if your main hope is to study expressions and costume workmanship up close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Ume, facial expressions and fine embroidery or costume details can be difficult to distinguish with the naked eye. Small binoculars or opera glasses are strongly worth packing. They let you follow subtle acting more easily while still lowering them whenever you want to watch the overall movement of a scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because Ume shares the theater&#8217;s side orientation with Sakura, similar blind spots apply. Depending on which side you occupy, your view of the hanamichi may be partly blocked, and some action near the closer edge of the stage may fall outside your line of sight. Sitting farther back does not necessarily correct the angular limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ume is best for visitors who are comfortable watching from a distance and do not need a head-on perspective. The unusual pricing is worth noticing: at \u00a513,000, Ume costs more than the \u00a511,000 Sakura category despite being farther from the stage. Price alone therefore does not form a simple ladder from \u201cworst\u201d to \u201cbest\u201d; location, availability, and the kind of view you prefer all matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Odaijin (Grand Patron): The Premium Center View<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Odaijin seats cost \u00a536,000 and occupy the prime front-and-center position on the 2nd floor. Only four exist for the October 2026 Asakusa run, making this both the most premium and the most limited ticket category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From here, the stage opens up clearly below you. The centered, elevated angle is ideal for appreciating complete stage pictures and the overall performance area. Unlike Matsu, Odaijin provides regular chair seating, so there is no need to remove your shoes, kneel, or manage several hours on a floor cushion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For travelers who want the fullest and clearest overall view\u2014and who are willing to pay substantially more for it\u2014Odaijin is the obvious top-tier choice. Its combination of visual balance and physical comfort is difficult to match elsewhere in the theater.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Historically, the most exclusive category has sometimes included special hospitality touches at performances in other cities. Those details vary by run, however, and should never be assumed. Treat the \u00a536,000 ticket as payment for the seat itself, and confirm any current-year extras directly with Shochiku or theater staff before making plans around them.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"p-adBox -normal -border-off\" data-id=\"175\" data-ad=\"normal\"><div class=\"p-adBox__body\"><div class=\"p-adBox__img\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9605472874778813\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- \u30bf\u30a4\u30c8\u30eb\u3057\u305f -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9605472874778813\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"9431907817\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Tips for Every Seat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring a light layer even if Tokyo&#8217;s outdoor weather seems mild. Heisei Nakamuraza is a temporary structure rather than a fully enclosed modern theater. Air conditioning is used, but doors open between acts, and areas near the rear stage opening can feel colder than expected. A cardigan, scarf, or wrap is easy to keep nearby and can make a long program much more comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pack as lightly as possible. Facilities such as coin lockers may be more limited than at a permanent venue such as Kabukiza, and bulky luggage is especially impractical in the Matsu section. If photography is permitted, follow the signs and announcements for your exact seating area; permission can exclude particular sections, including Sakura.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally, Heisei Nakamuraza does not offer the single-act makumi ticket option associated with Kabukiza. Every category\u2014Matsu, Take, Sakura, Ume, and Odaijin\u2014requires a full-program ticket, so choose a seat in which you will be comfortable for the entire performance.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-postLink\">\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard -internal\" data-type=\"type1\" data-onclick=\"clickLink\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__caption\">\u3042\u308f\u305b\u3066\u8aad\u307f\u305f\u3044<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__thumb c-postThumb\"><figure class=\"c-postThumb__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/kabukiza_seat5-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-postThumb__img u-obf-cover\" width=\"320\" height=\"180\"><\/figure><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"p-blogCard__body\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"p-blogCard__title\" href=\"https:\/\/kabukiguide.jp\/en\/how-to-get-makumi-single-act-seats-at-kabukiza\/\">How to Get Makumi (Single-Act) Seats at Kabukiza: Reserved vs. Same-Day<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"p-blogCard__excerpt\">Kabukiza&#8217;s makumi seats let you watch a single act for as little as \u00a5500. Here&#8217;s how the reserved and same-day ticket systems work.<\/span>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Heisei Nakamuraza Seat Should You Pick?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose Matsu for the strongest sense of proximity, provided floor sitting will not trouble you. Take is the safest all-round option: select the 1st floor for closeness or the 2nd-floor center for an easier overview. Sakura rewards adventurous viewers with a close side angle and possible backstage glimpses, while Ume suits those willing to trade detail for a more distant seat. If budget is secondary and you want the theater&#8217;s clearest overall perspective, aim for one of the four Odaijin seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<dl class=\"swell-block-faq\" data-q=\"col-text\" data-a=\"col-text\">\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Which Heisei Nakamuraza seat is best for a first-time visitor?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take is the most broadly suitable choice because it combines regular seating with good views. Pick 1st-floor Take if you want to be close to the stage, or 2nd-floor center Take if seeing the whole stage composition clearly matters more.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Can I buy a cheap single-act ticket like Kabukiza&#8217;s makumi ticket?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Heisei Nakamuraza has no single-act makumi ticket option. All five seating categories require a full-program ticket, so your budget and comfort for a multi-hour visit should be part of the decision.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Do I need to take off my shoes in every seating section?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. Shoe removal applies to Matsu, where you sit on a low floor cushion. Staff give you a plastic bag for carrying your shoes to your place. Take, Sakura, Ume, and Odaijin use regular bench or chair seating, without the shoe-removal step associated with Matsu.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-faq__item\"><dt class=\"faq_q\">Is Matsu seating physically difficult, and who should avoid it?<\/dt><dd class=\"faq_a\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can be demanding because you sit close to floor level on a zabuton for a multi-hour program, often changing between kneeling, cross-legged, and side-sitting positions. Visitors who prefer not to sit on the floor for an extended period will usually be more comfortable in Take or another category with conventional seating.<\/p>\n<\/dd><\/div>\n\n<\/dl>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@id\":\"#FAQContents\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Which Heisei Nakamuraza seat is best for a first-time visitor?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<p>Take is the most broadly suitable choice because it combines regular seating with good views. Pick 1st-floor Take if you want to be close to the stage, or 2nd-floor center Take if seeing the whole stage composition clearly matters more.<\\\/p>\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can I buy a cheap single-act ticket like Kabukiza's makumi ticket?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"<p>No. Heisei Nakamuraza has no single-act makumi ticket option. 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