Online dictionary of history and traditions in Japan: Kabuki

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Kabuki

歌舞伎
alternative words: Kabuki Theater, Kabuki drama
keywords: kabuki , theater
related topics: Edo period , Hanamichi , Onnagata , Chikamatsu Monzaemon , Chushingura
related web sites: http://www.waseda.ac.jp/enpaku/gallery/gallery.html , http://www.netlaputa.ne.jp/~AKITSUKI/ , http://allabout.co.jp/entertainment/kabuki/
explanation: Kabuki is considered, with Noh and Joruri, one of the 3 major traditional theatrical arts in Japan. It was created by Izumono Okuni ca. 1600 in Kyoto. Initially played only by women, it had been forbidden by the government because of its erotic appearance. So it has become a drama played only by men and been very popular during Edo period. Originated from a dance, it keeps always a strong choreographic aspect.