Rakugo Master to sit down entertaining Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

The Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam has officially announced its plan to welcome Master Katsura Utazo and his sit-down comedy show in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City on October 24 and October 27 respectively. The show will take place at VOV Theater (58 Quan Su) in Hanoi and The Student House of Culture (643 Dien Bien Phu) in Ho Chi Minh City.

The renowned Katsura Utazo is bringing with him Rakugo, a form of Japanese sit-down comedy that is set to impressively showcase aspects of Japanese culture.

Rakugo, commonly recognized as Japanese sit-down comedy, is a traditional performance art in Japan. Unlike stand-up comedy in Western traditions, a Rakugo comedian performs while seated, using minimal props such as a sensu (folding fan) and a hand towel to enhance storytelling.

Katsura Utazo, one of the most celebrated sit-down comedians in Japan, was born in 1964. He has performed in numerous prestigious national and international venues across Japan, Thailand, Brazil, and the United States. In addition to his comedic talents, he is a versatile artist who has worked in the broadcasting industry as a host and presenter.