| Region / Office | Phone Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters (JP – Tokyo) | +81 3-5550-1685 | Main corporate office |
| Kabuki-za Theatre (JP – Tokyo) | +81 3-3545-6800 | Main kabuki theater box office |
| Kyoto Office (JP – Kyoto) | +81 75-221-8181 | Regional branch & theater operations |
| Shochiku Multiplex Theatres (JP – Tokyo) | +81 3-5545-8900 | Cinema operations division |
| Shochiku International (US – Los Angeles, CA) | +1 310-479-5955 | North America distribution office |
Shochiku Co., Ltd., founded in 1895, is one of Japan’s oldest and most prestigious film, theater, and entertainment companies. It is a cornerstone of Japanese culture, known for producing, distributing, and exhibiting films, as well as managing kabuki theaters, which are central to Japan’s traditional performing arts.
Shochiku played a pivotal role in the development of Japanese cinema, nurturing directors such as Yasujiro Ozu, Kenji Mizoguchi, and Keisuke Kinoshita, and continues to produce acclaimed films today. Beyond cinema, it also owns the Kabuki-za Theatre in Tokyo and maintains a strong presence in live performance, broadcasting, and event management.
Founding Year: 1895, Kyoto, Japan.
Pioneer in Cinema: Among the first major film production companies in Japan.
Kabuki Theatre Legacy: Operates Kabuki-za, Japan’s most famous kabuki theater.
Film Production & Distribution: Produces and distributes both domestic and international films.
Notable Directors: Supported masters like Yasujiro Ozu (Tokyo Story) and Kenji Mizoguchi.
Modern Focus: Involved in TV, digital media, and international co-productions.
Cultural Heritage: Deeply tied to the preservation and promotion of Japanese performing arts.