Street piano at Checkmate Building in Kabukicho, Shinjuku

This time we will introduce a stylish “blue” street piano located in Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo.
This street piano can be played all day on Sundays and public holidays, giving you many opportunities to play it.

Piano Type : Upright Piano

Installation date : Permanent

Playable time : 23:00-17:00
Available all day on Sundays and public holidays

Notes

To ensure enjoyment for both the performer and the listener, please play in a gentle manner, taking into consideration nearby shops and other customers. Performances should be around 5-10 minutes long and cannot exceed 30 minutes. Please be considerate of those around you when taking photographs.

• Repeating the same phrase using sheet music, or other actions that appear to be practice
• Playing something other than a song
• Singing or playing with other instruments
• Bringing food and drink
• Placing things on the piano
• Monopolizing the piano for long periods of time
• Strike the keys too hard, such as by “banging” roughly
• Playing too loudly
• Commercial activities (including handing out flyers and selling tickets)
• Opening the roof (lid)
• Moving nearby objects such as luggage racks

If you do not abide by the above rules or do not follow the manager’s instructions, you may be refused permission to play the piano.

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Location

Checkmate Building 1F Lobby, 2-23-12 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo