The is a complex consisting of two halls and an exhibition room, located in Chūō-ku, Osaka, Japan. The complex was opened in 1984 as the fourth national theatre of the country, to become the headquarters of bunraku. History The Japan Arts Council, an Independent Administrative Institution of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, operates the National Theatre. Outline The theatre has two halls. The Large Theatre has a capacity of around 700 seats depending on stage setup, and is primarily used for performances of bunraku, as well as Buyō and stage plays. In the Small Hall are performed other type of traditional arts such as, rakugo, manzai and Japanese music. External links National Theatre of Japan official web site References Arts centres in Japan Buildings and structures in Osaka Chūō-ku, Osaka Kisho Kurokawa buildings Tourist attractions in Osaka Bunraku Culture in Osaka Theatres in Japan Theatres completed in 1984 1984 establishments in Japan