Hisayuki Matsukura, Chairman of Toyo Kogyo, Operator of Asakusa Engei Hall, Dies at 90

It was reported on November 6 that Hisayuki Matsukura, chairman of Toyo Kogyo, which operates Asakusa Engei Hall, died on November 4, 2026, at the age of 90.

Toyo Kogyo is known as the company that operates the entertainment hall supporting Asakusa's rakugo and yose (variety theater) culture. As its chairman, Mr. Matsukura was a figure who supported Asakusa's performing arts culture for many years.

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