Let's visit the Kabuki world
If you want to go to a performance of kabuki or learn something that will make kabuki more interesting, watch these videos.
If you want to go to a performance of kabuki or learn something that will make kabuki more interesting, watch these videos.
Background information for the program
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Key Kabuki Words
Kabuki is spectacular and you don’t have to know anything to enjoy it. But a little bit of information about a few of the terms and the plays makes it even better.
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Kabuki actor
Kataoka Ainosuke VI 片岡 愛之助
Born in Osaka, he took the name of Kataoka Ainosuke VI in 1992. He appears in a wide variety of kabuki roles, especially in Kamigata kabuki associated with the Kataoka family as well as in new plays for kabuki. He also appears on television in many different types of programs including starring roles in popular NHK dramas.

Born and raised in Sydney, Australia
Sarah Àlainn サラ・オレイン
Born in Sydney, Australia, she is a vocalist and violinist. After graduating from the University of Sydney, she studied at Tokyo University. In 2012, she released her first album, "Celeste." Her music has also been used in popular television dramas.