Ichikawa En'ō II (1939 – 2023) & Brief History of the Omodakaya

Sep 25 (Kabuki In-Depth) - In this video, we take a look at the career of the outstanding actor Ichikawa En'ō II, known throughout most of his life as Ichikawa Ennosuke III, and his revolutionary contributions to kabuki. We also put him in the context of the Omodakaya guild, and the legacy of his predecessors.

The discussion of Ennosuke III's 1963 shūmei owes a lot to the detailed explanation in Samuel Leiter's book "Kabuki at the Crossroads – Years of Crisis, 1952-1965", which I recommend to anyone interested in the history of kabuki during the XX century.

Nara Palaces Nominated for UNESCO World Heritage

Nara's Asuka and Fujiwara Palaces have been officially recommended as a candidate for UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage list, with the goal of achieving registration at the World Heritage Committee meeting scheduled for the year after next.

University of Tokyo to Increase Tuition by 20%

University of Tokyo President Teruo Fujii revealed that the university is finalizing plans to raise undergraduate tuition fees by 20%, starting with students entering next academic year.

Separate Surnames for Married Couples: Why Japan Still Says No

The ongoing debate over the legalization of separate surnames for married couples in Japan is a topic that has polarized both politicians and the public for over three decades.

Two Men Use Fake Gold to Steal Millions

Two Liberian men have been arrested on suspicion of stealing 34 million yen through a trick using copper particles plated with gold.

Former Bigmotor Kawasaki Manager Fined 200,000 Yen for Cutting Azaleas

The Yokohama District Court on Monday sentenced a former manager of Bigmotor's Kawasaki branch to a fine of 200,000 yen for damaging public property by cutting azaleas in front of the store.

MEDIA CHANNELS

MORE Entertainment NEWS

'Shogun' wins most awards at Emmys

The producers of a period drama set in Japan have made history themselves. The makers of "Shogun" have won 14 Emmy Awards. US media say that breaks the record for the most wins for a single season of a TV series. (NHK)

The Most Controversial Play in Kabuki

In this video, we focus on the controversial play Sesshū Gappō-ga-Tsuji, which is being performed this September at the Kabuki-za. (Kabuki In-Depth)

This Has Changed The PS2 Forever !

In today's video, we discuss the slot on the back of the PlayStation 2, it's uses and how it can be used to change your PS2 experience forever! (Lady Decade)

One Piece Episode 1118 Teaser

Episode 1118 'The Holy Land in Tumult! Sai and Leo's Full-Power Blow!' (Netflix Anime)

Dragon Ball DAIMA: New Series Premiere Scheduled for October

The completely new anime series 'Dragon Ball DAIMA' is set to premiere on October 11, 2024, at 11:40 p.m. on Fuji TV’s national network.

KUBI | Samurai Film Review

Kubi is an epic new film from legendary Japanese actor and comedian Takeshi Kitano! In this film he examine the scheming which led to the rise of Hashiba Hideyoshi in the build up to the Honnoji Incident and battle of Yamazaki! (The Shogunate)

Kaiji Fans Flock to Iconic Manga Event

An event featuring original artwork and famous scenes from the popular manga Kaiji began on August 24 at Telepia Hall in Higashi Ward, Nagoya.

『Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: 究極のホットバトル』公式ルール

Netflixスペシャル『Chestnut vs. Kobayashi: 究極のホットバトル』公式ルールをご紹介。勝負が結構した場合は延長戦もあり！小林尊 VS ジョーイ・チェスナットによる15年越しの勝負の行方は？ (Netflix Japan)

< 2 3 4 5 >