Here are highlights from ‘Kabuki for Beginners’, the educational video program that introduces traditional Japanese performing arts, a project commissioned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs.
The Navigator is the kabuki actor Kataoka Ainosuke VI, who is joined by fellow actors active in the Kamigata (Osaka/Kyoto) region.
This video can be enjoyed by both those who have never seen kabuki before, as well as by those who are familiar with it.
This project was planned and produced by Shochiku Co., Ltd. During the current difficult situation when live kabuki appreciation programs are not possible, the company wishes to continue its educational efforts for the next generation by presenting this opportunity to learn about the beauty of the traditional performing arts and the fascination of kabuki.
Prior to the release of the full video, highlights have been released on the special webpage that has been created on Shochiku’s official website. Please enjoy!
Official Website
https://www.shochiku.co.jp/entertainment/home/introduction/
Without subtitles
https://youtu.be/_BhmPMtjjDk
Japanese subtitles
https://youtu.be/yjDLHYmCWh8
English subtitles
https://youtu.be/3xjkfVjZzk0
VR version (without subtitles)
https://youtu.be/7ksWOZsewUk
VR version (with Japanese and English subtitles)
https://youtu.be/UFmXqf9coFA
Comments by the navigator, Kataoka Ainosuke VI, have also been released here!
https://youtu.be/OGG8BeQoBxk
Organized by: Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan, Visual Industry Promotion Organization, Shochiku Co., Ltd.
Planned and Produced by: Shochiku Co., Ltd.
Cast: Kataoka Ainosuke VI, Kataoka Matsujūrō, Kataoka Senju, Kataoka Senjirō II
©Shochiku Co., Ltd.
‘Kabuki for Beginners’ Production Team
Production：Yuko Yamamura,Tamaki Inou, Kei Matsumoto
Promotion：Ami Oka
Sales：Takashi Hatano, Kotaro Naruke, Madoka Honjo