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Sakata Tōjūrō

Japanese actor
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Sakata Tōjūrō (1647–1709) was a prominent Japanese Kabuki actor known for developing the wagoto style of acting. This style, characterized by its relatively realistic and gentle portrayal, was particularly suited for erotic love stories. Tōjūrō's work in Kyoto influenced the development of Kabuki, moving it towards more nuanced performances. He collaborated with playwright Chikamatsu Monzaemon, who learned the soft style of Kabuki from him and incorporated these elements into his own influential puppet plays. Tōjūrō's contributions were significant in shaping Kabuki into a sophisticated art form capable of portraying moving human situations.12

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  1. Kabuki
  2. Kabuki
  3. Japanese performing arts - Tokugawa period
  4. Nakamura Utaemon
  5. Sakurada Jisuke I
  6. Toba Sōjō
  7. Bandō Tamasaburō V

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