Izumo no Okuni
Izumo no Okuni was born about 1571. This time period in Japanese history was fraught with struggle. It was known as the Period of Warring States, that is, the land barrons (daimyo) fought against one another for power. Her father was a blacksmith for the Izumo Grand Shrine and, consequently, the family served as well. It was a custom to send priests and young women, such as Buddhist nuns, among others to solicit contributions. Izumo was sent to Kyoto to perform sacred dances and songs. Her Okuni Kabuki was known and applauded throughout the land. After 25 years she retired.
Cast: Rei Kikukawa, Yukari Onoe, Masato Sakai
Season 1
6 episodes
- 1. The Dancing WomanFirst episode.CC43minJan 13, 2006
- 2. Tears and SmilesNo synopsis available yet.CC43minJan 20, 2006
- 3. The BestNo synopsis available yet.CC43minJan 27, 2006
- 4. Big Sister, Little SisterNo synopsis available yet.CC43minFeb 3, 2006
- 5. Apparitions of a LoveNo synopsis available yet.CC43minFeb 10, 2006
- 6. The Divine DancerNo synopsis available yet.CC43minFeb 17, 2006
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Izumo no Okuni
Izumo no Okuni was born about 1571. This time period in Japanese history was fraught with struggle. It was known as the Period of Warring States, that is, the land barrons (daimyo) fought against one another for power. Her father was a blacksmith for the Izumo Grand Shrine and, consequently, the family served as well. It was a custom to send priests and young women, such as Buddhist nuns, among others to solicit contributions. Izumo was sent to Kyoto to perform sacred dances and songs. Her Okuni Kabuki was known and applauded throughout the land. After 25 years she retired.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Yoshio Watanabe
- Created by
- Sawako Ariyoshi
- Studio
- NHK
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