Since its establishment, PARCO has actively introduced new cultural offerings, producing diverse content in theater, music, and art through our Entertainment Business and contributing to enriching the lifestyles of our customers.
Furthermore, in addition to multi-media productions, such as DVD and book versions of this content, and organizing collaborations, we also offer live entertainment with real emotion and discovery.
By communicating information on trends and creating added value through our Entertainment Business, we are contributing to the further improvement of our corporate brand.
Theater
PARCO produces dramas, musicals, and dance performances at theaters around Japan. We create high-quality productions with talented creators and actors.
A drama written by Koki Mitani and performed by an incredible cast. The production is a “kyogen,” a kind of traditional Japanese comedy where a lie or ruse unintentionally causes a tragic situation.
Written and directed by: Koki Mitani
Cast: Danta Yasunori, Yuka, Hideo Kurihara, and Keiko Toda
Performed at: Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, Theatre East
Now being performed in a new production by Masahiko Kuwahara, this rock musical is a cult hit and monumental work of art that will forever hold a place in the hearts of rock and musical fans.
Music, lyrics, and book by: Richard O’Brien
Directed by: Masahiko Kuwahara
Translation, musical direction by: ROLLY
Choreography: Maki Munetaka（MIKEY from Tokyo Gegegay）
Cast: Arata Furuta, Teppeo Koike, ISSA, Sonim, ROLLY, Shinji Takeda, and more
Performed at: Zepp Blue Theater Roppongi, Sunshine Theater, as well as theaters in Kitakyushu, Sendai, Matsumoto, and Osaka.
Music
PARCO operates CLUB QUATTRO live music venues in four locations: Shibuya, Nagoya, Umeda, and Hiroshima.
The club books up-and-coming Japanese and international artists and offers a top-quality live music experience. Additionally, Music Cafe and Dining Bar Kichijoji QUATTRO LABO,operated by CLUB QUATTRO, serves as a thriving “third space” for adults to wind down and listen to music on vinyl.
Kenji Furuya
Music Cafe & Dining Bar Kichijoji QUATTRO LABO
Live music venues
SHIBUYA CLUB QUATTRO
Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku,Tokyo
【OPEN】28.Jun.1988
TEL: 03-3477-8750
NAGOYA CLUB QUATTRO
3-29-1Sakae, Naka-ku,Nagoya-shi, Aichi
【OPEN】29.Jun.1989
TEL: 052-264-8211
UMEDA CLUB QUATTRO
8-17 Taiyuji-cho, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi,Osaka
【OPEN】13.Apr.2012
TEL: 06-6311-8111
HIROSHIMA CLUB QUATTRO
10-1 Hondori, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima
【OPEN】1.Dec.2001
TEL:082-542-2280
Music & Dining bar
QUATTRO LABO
1-8-10 Kichijoji Minamicho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo
【OPEN】1.Nov.2014
TEL：0422-26-8721
Film
PARCO produces, invests in, buys, and sells a wide range of highly individual domestic and international films.
Cine Quinto
Pair seats that are unique in Shibuya make Cine Quinto one of the area’s most engaging movie theaters.
PARCO-funded film
This documentary explores the mystery and charm surrounding the Tower of the Sun, created by Taro Okamoto. Twenty-nine people influenced by the late artist discuss their memories and feelings about him, what he struggled with, and why he created the Tower of the Sun. Directed by Kosai Sekine and released nationwide on September 29, 2018.
Cinema
CINE QUINTO
20-11 Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
【OPEN】6.Jul.2018
TEL: 03-3477-5905
Publishing
PARCO is involved in the publication of a diverse range of content such as art books, literary fiction, guides, and books by cutting-edge Japanese and foreign artists and creators, as well as publication of materials in conjunction with events.
The path followed by Yu Nagaba, the illustrator who has captured the hearts of people all over the world. This anthology contains an archive of around 800 created by Nagaba since 2014. Nagaba’s extraordinary talent was discovered in 2014, when his work was featured on the front page of fashion magazine POPEYE (published by Magazine House). He uses simple lines to create illustrations that evoke a feeling of intimacy, and his works are close to the hearts of many people. Nagaba’s clients include Magazine House, BEAMS, and the Tokyo Metro.
In this fascinating art book showcases a collection of works that exemplify the unique point of view of actress and artist Non. In addition to all manner of works she has drawn until now, the collection also includes other works from various solo exhibitions, as well as an interview with the artist.
Content development
We collaborate with other departments on a wide range of entertainment-related projects, such as gallery planning and management, collaboration cafés with artists and anime characters, and exhibitions.
Collaboration Cafe
Located in five cities across Japan (Sapporo, Ikebukuro, Nagoya, Osaka, and Fukuoka).
Exhibition production
GALLERY X BY PARCO opened in December 2016 and displays a variety of content from art to animation.
Exhibition space
GALLERY X BY PARCO
【OPEN】9.Dec.2016
TEL: 03-6712-7505
