Takarazuka Revue Performs at Bangkok Tourism Fair
The all-female troupe showcased Japanese cultural traditions at the 18th edition of the Visit Japan FIT Fair.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Variety
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The Takarazuka Revue performed musical selections at the Visit Japan FIT Fair #18, held at Siam Paragon in Bangkok from October 16 to October 18, 2026. Members of the Star Troupe led the presentation to promote travel to Japan's Kansai region.
Why it matters
This appearance aims to strengthen cultural ties between Japan and Thailand while encouraging international tourism to areas including Osaka, Kyoto, and Kobe. It builds on previous efforts to grow the troupe's popularity in Thai cinemas.
Founded in 1914, the Takarazuka Revue maintains a 110-year history and presents approximately 1,000 performances annually. The recent showcase featured the Star Troupe's top pair, Chisei Akatsuki and Chizuru Uta.
The players
Takarazuka Revue
This is a historic all-female Japanese theater troupe known for its elaborate costumes and musical productions.
Chisei Akatsuki
The performer is a top pair member of the Takarazuka Revue's Star Troupe.
Chizuru Uta
The performer is a top pair member of the Takarazuka Revue's Star Troupe.
Hankyu Hanshin Holdings
This organization operates the rail and tourism infrastructure that supports travel to the Kansai region.
The details
During the fair, performers presented a stage talk session and musical performance featuring the songs Futatsu no Suisei and Kono Ai yo Eien ni. Alongside the stage show, organizers operated a booth to highlight tourism attractions in the Kansai region.
Timeline
The Takarazuka Revue was founded in 1914.
The Boys Over Flowers II production screened in Thai cinemas in June 2026.
The Visit Japan FIT Fair #18 took place from October 16 to October 18, 2026.
The Takarazuka Revue performed on stage on October 18, 2026.
A live viewing of The Poe Clan is scheduled for October 25, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This event follows the pattern established by the Japan National Tourism Organization's outbound tourism promotion strategy. By leveraging the legacy of the century-old Takarazuka Revue, the company aligns its cultural brand with broader efforts to increase regional tourism.
Thai audiences can expect increased access to troupe content through planned launches on the TrueID platform. Additionally, viewers can access localized screenings of productions at venues like SF Cinema.
The takeaway
The event highlights how historic performance art can function as a modern tool for regional destination marketing. Fans looking for more content should monitor digital platforms like TrueID for the upcoming expansion of the troupe's media availability.
What happens next
A live viewing of the Snow Troupe's production of The Poe Clan will be held at SF Cinema in Bangkok on October 25, 2026.
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