Bilingual Kabuki Illustrated Book (Practical Book)

Product Description

Immerse yourself in the colorful charm of Kabuki with this captivating book! "Photographic Kabuki Kaleidoscope: in Japanese and English" introduces the intricate details of kabuki costumes, wigs, hair ornaments, props, and large props through a plethora of freshly taken color photographs. This bilingual guide allows you to experience the gorgeousness and beauty of the Kabuki stage up close, as if you were holding the costumes in your hands.

The book is a re-edited combination of two popular guides, "Kabuki no kawaii costume zukan" and "Kabuki no brikkuri soshoku zukan," both written by Kimino Rinko and supervised by Ichikawa Somegoro. These guides are well-loved for their visual appeal and accessibility, even for those unfamiliar with Kabuki plays or actors.

In addition to the stunning visuals, the book includes a wealth of stage photographs and insightful comments from Ichikawa Somegoro, offering a unique perspective from an actor's viewpoint. This long-awaited bilingual edition features English translations of the entire text, making it enjoyable to compare with the original Japanese commentary and fully immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Kabuki.

Product Specification

- Title: Photographic Kabuki Kaleidoscope: in Japanese and English
- Authors: Kimino Rinko (Writer), Ichikawa Somegoro (Supervisor)
- Language: Bilingual (Japanese and English)
- Content: Kabuki costumes, wigs, hair ornaments, props, large props, stage photographs
- Features: Freshly taken color photographs, actor's comments, re-edited content from two popular guides