TOKYO, Oct 26 (Kabuki In-Depth) - Momijigari ("Viewing the Autumn Foliage") is a dance-drama written by the playwright Kawatake Mokuami, and first performed in October 1887 at the Shintomi-za theatre in Tokyo.
The actor Ichikawa Danjūrō IX, in addition to creating the choreography, played the role of Princess Sarashina, while Taira no Koremochi was played by Ichikawa Sadanji I.
Kozo Iizuka, a former senior official convicted in a 2019 car crash in Ikebukuro, Tokyo, that killed two people and injured nine others, has died at the age of 93. Iizuka passed away in October, reportedly due to natural causes.
The Governor of Hyogo Prefecture in western Japan has expressed his view that there were no illegalities in his election campaign. The remark came as some are accusing him of violating the public offices election law over the use of a PR company in the campaign. (NHK)
Cough medicine shortages have been ongoing for over a year in Japan, creating significant challenges for both patients and healthcare providers. Hospitals and pharmacies report dwindling stocks, with some relying on alternative solutions like medicated patches.
A renowned Japanese photographer based in New York, Yasuomi Hashimura, known for his groundbreaking contributions to American advertising photography, died after being pushed on the street by a man.
A wake for Princess Yuriko of Mikasa was held at her residence within the Akasaka Estate, attended by members of the Imperial family, including Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of the Emperor and Empress.
The anime adaptation of The Humble Rural Swordsman Becomes a Sword Saint has been announced, set to air in April next year.
As every November, it is time to dedicate some time to the tale of the 47 loyal retainers! (Kabuki In-Depth)
Okarun and Aira find themselves facing a new...alien? And he seems to pack quite a punch! In a bet to prove whether ghosts or aliens exist, two high schoolers face terrifying paranormal threats, gain superpowers and maybe even fall in love?! (Netflix Anime)
Ultraman Arc has disappeared into the space rift, following Hellnarak. Who does Yuma meet once he wakes up? When strong feelings break the walls of dimensions, will the fates of both worlds forever change!? Arc's final beam carries everyone's wishes and heads towards Hellnarak! (ウルトラマン公式 ULTRAMAN OFFICIAL by TSUBURAYA PROD.)
A unique event blending the pleasures of wine and hot springs took place on Beaujolais Nouveau Day in Hakone, Kanagawa Prefecture.
Sales for the Year-End Jumbo Lottery, which offers a combined prize of 1 billion yen for the first prize and adjacent prizes, have officially begun.
Champions will rise. The legendary conclusion of Arcane season 2 arrives. Alliances are forged, allegiances are smashed and fresh dangers emerge as the battle between Piltover and Zaun inspires both glory and heartbreak. (Netflix Anime)
This week, we continue exploring the danmari style, focusing now on the sewamono subgenre. (Kabuki In-Depth)
