A family of three trying plate spinning (from a trial session held in March 2026)
On May 26, a beginner-level single session lesson “I Did It! The Joyful Plate Spinning Experience” will be held at “Komachi Cafe,” a cafe with an event space near Totsuka Station (Totsuka-cho, Totsuka-ku, Yokohama).
The instructor is originally from Tsurumi-ku. He started juggling in middle school and developed a plate spinning show that not only spins plates but incorporates tossing elements like ball juggling. In 2018, he became the first to win the top “Gold” award in plate spinning at the International Jugglers’ Association (IJA) Stage Championship. In 2024, he founded the All Japan Plate Spinning Association and became its representative.
He is also a neurologist at a hospital in Totsuka-ku and became a parent with the birth of his first daughter in October 2024. He says the event is held “to contribute to the local Totsuka area.” In past sessions, participants ranging from ages 7 to 60 all reported having moments where they felt they succeeded and enjoyed themselves.
This time, the 50-minute plate spinning experience will accommodate up to 8 people, focusing on the basics of plate spinning. It is the first small-group local program held in Totsuka-ku.
He invites people, saying, “Parents and children, or adults alone, are all welcome. Try plate spinning and take home that ‘I did it!’ feeling.”
The session runs from 4:30 PM to 5:20 PM. Participation fee is 2,000 yen (including material rental fee). Suitable for elementary school students and older.
Komachi Cafe
Komachi Cafe is a charming, traditional-style café in Kamakura, Japan, named after the legendary poet Ono no Komachi. It is known for its serene atmosphere and serves matcha and Japanese sweets in a restored old house. The café reflects the area’s cultural heritage, offering visitors a taste of historic Japan amidst Kamakura’s famous temples and gardens.
Totsuka Station
Totsuka Station is a major railway station located in Yokohama, Japan, serving as a key stop on the JR East Tokaido Line and other lines. Its history dates back to its opening in 1887, originally as a stop on the private Nippon Railway, and it later became an important junction for local and express trains. Over time, the station has undergone several renovations to accommodate growing commuter traffic, and today it remains a bustling transit hub connecting Yokohama to Tokyo and other regions.
Komachi Cafe
Komachi Cafe is a charming, Japanese-style café located in Kamakura, Japan, named after the renowned 9th-century poet Ono no Komachi. The café offers a serene atmosphere with traditional decor and serves matcha-based drinks and sweets, often incorporating local seasonal ingredients. It provides a peaceful retreat for visitors exploring the historic city, blending cultural heritage with modern café culture.
Totsuka Station
Totsuka Station is a major railway station in Yokohama, Japan, serving as a key stop on the JR East Tokaido Main Line and the Yokosuka Line. Originally opened in 1887, it has long been an important transportation hub connecting central
Totsuka Station
Totsuka Station is a major railway station in Yokohama, Japan, originally opened in 1887 as part of the early Japanese railway network. It has since developed into a key transport hub, serving both the JR East Tokaido Line and the Yokosuka Line, and is surrounded by a bustling commercial district. The area around the station was heavily damaged during World War II but was later rebuilt, contributing to its modern role as a gateway between Tokyo and the Shonan region.
Komachi Cafe
Komachi Cafe is a charming, traditionally-styled café located in Kamakura, Japan, named after the legendary poet Ono no Komachi. It offers a serene atmosphere where visitors can enjoy matcha and Japanese sweets, often while overlooking a small garden. The café’s name and aesthetic pay homage to the Heian period’s cultural heritage, blending history with a peaceful retreat.
Kamakura
Kamakura is a historic coastal city in Japan, about 50 kilometers south of Tokyo, that served as the political center of the country during the Kamakura period (1185–1333) under the first shogunate. It is renowned for its well-preserved Buddhist temples, Shinto shrines, and the iconic Great Buddha (Daibutsu), a massive bronze statue dating from 1252. Today, Kamakura is a popular cultural and tourist destination, offering a rich blend of samurai history, traditional architecture, and natural beauty.
Ono no Komachi
Ono no Komachi was a renowned Japanese poet of the early Heian period (9th century), celebrated as one of the six best waka poets of her time and famed for her beauty and passionate love poetry. Her life became shrouded in legend, with many later tales depicting her as a tragic figure who fell from grace into poverty and loneliness. Today, she is a cultural icon whose works are included in the *Kokin Wakashū*, and her story has inspired numerous Noh plays and literary works.
