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Japan Culture and Taishu Engeki Association (a general incorporated association)

Taishu Engeki originated from actors who left the classically traditional Kabuki theatre during the Edo period to become travelling entertainers. It grew in popularity throughout Japan as the theatre for the masses. Today there are about 120 troupes, which tend to be formed within families. Their leadership is usually handed down from generation to generation. Taishu Engeki consists of plays and dance shows. The plays are characterised by easy-to-understand historical dramas with a clear sense of right and wrong, comedies that provoke laughter, and tear-jerking, human-interest dramas. The dance shows are delicate yet extravagant. Taishu Engeki is jam-packed with the traditional characteristics of Japanese culture that appeal to foreigners - Kimono, Geisha, Oiran (courtesans), Samurai, swords, Chambara (sword fighting), Shamisen, Kabuki and more! In particular, Onnagata, in which male actors perform as women, is filled with unique beauty and quality.

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Dance shows

Dance shows

The dance shows consist of individual dances, couples dances and group dances performed by many actors and other creative performances at the backdrop of enka (Japanese traditional style ballads) and current popular songs including K-pop and American and European music.
Of particular interest are the onnagata (female) dances performed by male actors. All troupes perform the gorgeous Oiran (courtesan) show as their highlight.
The last show is also a big attraction. One of the audience favourites is the finale dance shows by all members of the troupe, and the spectators enjoy the feeling of being at one with the performers.

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