Kabuki Costumes
Kabuki Costume
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The attire of the feudal lords and ladies of old Japan, warriors, priest, courtesans, Edo-period dandies geisha, footmen, farmers in fact, the whole array of Kabuki's colorful characters-is discussed in fascinating detail in this Japanese Kabuki book.From kimono and armor to undergarments, from wigs to foot gear, from swords to hair garmentsno aspect of costume accessories is overlooked. Textiles and textile designs, in all their profusion of weaves, colors, and patterns, are carefully taken note of, and a number of important traditional designs are illustrate. Make-up and headdress varying formats of costume for specific roles, styles of tying the obi—all are expertly described.Of the numerous books in English dealing with the Kabuki theater of Japan, none so far has devoted itself exclusively to costume. Kabuki is compelling bringing about such art forms, yet it is the costumes that create the intrinsic, eye catching spectacle.Praise for Kabuki Costume:"A product of over fourteen years of meticulous study, Shaver's unique and authoritative analysis of the labyrinthine complexities of Kabuki costumery not only provides a valuable reference work for scholar, but also an apt introduction for anyone seeking to understand the principles of Japanese visual arts and theatrical conventions."Choice Reviews
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- Best Choice - #1 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 39 Reviews
The Secrets of Noh Masks
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Gorgeous photos and insightful text introduce the work of today's foremost Noh mask artist, actor, and teacher.Noh master Michishige Udaka (the only living actor to continue to make masks while still performing and teaching), presents 32 of the more than 200 masks he's created, accompanied by revelatory text about the masks and the simple yet nuanced ancient dramatic art of Noh. Best-selling author Ruth Ozeki, who studied Noh theater with Udaka in Japan, has contributed a new Foreword to the paperback edition.
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- Best Choice - #2 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 26 Reviews
Kabuki a Pocket Guide
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Kabuki A Pocket Guide introduces readers to the foundations of Kabuki—its history and its actors, its acting styles and its performance, its color and music—to the sheer beauty and joy of Kabuki.Kabuki, the popular theatre of Japan, began in about 1603 and is still flourishing today. It was the entertainment of the common people as opposed to Noh, the refined theatre of the aristocracy, and is a close relative of the Bunraku puppet theater. All the actors in Kabuki, even those who play female roles, are men and plays and dances deal with the love of the heroes and villains form Japans real or legendary past.Concise enough to take to performance, this pocket guide to Kabuki provides a wealth of fascinating information about plays, the actors, and their history. As only an insider can do, the author takes us behind the scene to meet the actors, attend rehearsal, and get a first-hand look at the makeup, costumes, sets and props that go into a Kabuki performance.
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- Best Choice - #3 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 83 Reviews
Long Ago
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Here comes a thrilling addition to this exciting sticker book series for boys. Travel back in time and find out what people wore long ago, from Tutankhamun's elaborate body ornaments to Louis XIV's velvet robes. This title is presented with over 150 stickers to choose from, dress each figure in accurate historical costumes, including medieval chain mail, embroidered waistcoats and leather chaps.
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- Best Choice - #4 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 37 Reviews
Kabuki Costumes Paper Dolls
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Sixteen spectacular costumes reproduced in brilliant color and elegant detail, created for actors impersonating traditional characters of Kabuki drama: shogun, geisha, wicked woman, red princess, lion, more. Many include elaborated headdresses, masks or specially painted faces associated with each character. With informative captions. 2 dolls, 16 costumes on 16 plates.
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- Best Choice - #5 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 10 Reviews
Stars of the Tokyo Stage: Natori Shunsen's Kabuki Actor Prints
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Stars of the Tokyo Stage celebrates the glamor of kabuki theater amid the dynamic atmosphere of Japan in the 1920s and 30s. Natori Shunsen's superb woodblock portraits of the superstar actors of the time are exquisitely reproduced and discussed in detail, alongside a selection of spectacular costumes from the kabuki stage. Stars of the Tokyo Stage brings together essays by experts in the fields of kabuki, printmaking, and modern Japan. It is a lavishly illustrated, entertaining, and valuable resource for anyone with an interest in Japanese art, culture, and theater.
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- Best Choice - #6 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 92 Reviews
Geisha: The Secret History of a Vanishing World
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Ever since Westerners arrived in Japan, we have been intrigued by geisha. This fascination has spawned a wealth of fictional creations from Madame Butterfly to Arthur Golden's Memoirs of a Geisha. The reality of the geisha's existence has rarely been described. Contrary to popular opinion, geisha are not prostitutes but literally arts people. Their accomplishments might include singing, dancing or playing a musical instrument but, above all, they are masters of the art of conversation, soothing worries of highly paid businessmen who can afford their attentions. The real secret history of the geisha is explored here.
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- Best Choice - #7 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 74 Reviews
YangYong Fox Cosplay Mask for Party Masquerade Ball Kabuki Kitsune Costume Masks Light Purple
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- ★Big Half Face Mask: 8.5 x 9.5 "(22 x 24 cm), light and convenient cover from forehead to nose for
- ★Includes: one mask with elastic tape+adjustable tassels and small bell, inner padding/foam keep enough breath space and not get slick from
- ★Japanese Style Traditional Plastic Mask: enviroment friendly durable pvc, professional shape cutting, standward eyehole size and you can DIY if
- ★Usage: masquerade ball party, anime expo, entertainment, ceremony, storytelling, dancing, parade, Mardi grass, prom/back to school, Christmas gift, birthday gift, sexy lingerie accessories and etc, covers half of your face
- ★More anime/comic fox/cat mask in store, free exchange if missing parts or cracked by shipping, contact us and reply in
Large Half Face Mask for adults and kids 8.5x9.5" with adjustable strap and fits most head, the little bells can tie on or off This amazing hand-painted fox mask good for cosplay, masquerade parties, halloween and so on
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- Best Choice - #8 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 85 Reviews
Fox Mask for Adults or Kids Japanese Kabuki Masquerade Costume Mask Halloween (Blank)
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- Big Half Face Mask: 8.5 x 9.5 "(22 x 24 cm), It can cover half face, from forehead to nose, light and
- Includes: one mask with elastic tape with tassels and 2pcs small bells, you can tie them on or
- Japanese Style Plastic Mask: enviroment friendly PVC, meet the export requirement, It can be reused several times compared with some other paper cosplay
- Fitment: party mask, comic shows, performance, entertainment, ceremony, storytelling, dancing, parade, Mardi grass, prom, Halloween, masquerade ball, Christmas gift, birthday gift, sexy lingerie accessories and
- Japanese style anime cosplay fox mask, white surface painted with high quality dye, more masks in store for mens women, kids
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- Best Choice - #9 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 41 Reviews
YangYong Fox Cosplay Mask for Party Masquerade Ball Kabuki Kitsune Costume Masks
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- ★Kids Half Face Mask: 7 x 6.3 "(18 x 16 cm) Weight: 0.08lb, It can cover half face, from forehead to nose, light and
- ★ Includes: one mask with elastic tape and 2pcs tassels and 2pcs small bells, economic! tassels and small bells as gifts for you, you can tie them on the mask
- ★ Japanese Style Plastic Mask: enviroment friendly PVC, meet the export requirement, It can be reused several times compared with some other paper cosplay
- ★Fitment: party mask, comic shows, performance, entertainment, ceremony, storytelling, dancing, parade, Mardi grass, prom, Halloween, masquerade ball, Christmas gift, birthday gift, sexy lingerie accessories and
- ★ Japanese style anime cosplay fox mask, white surface painted with high quality dye,more masks in
Fox Mask Size: 7x6.3inch Cosplay Mask Material: PVC Japanese Style Mask: cosplay mask, party mask, kitsune mask, kabuki mask half face, masks masquerade ball, good costume accessory Attemtion: this mask can only cover half of your face, if you want a full face mask you can visit our store frontpage Animal fox patterns to show your different feelings and we suggest you buy one or more used in different scenes, it's inexpensive and practical This mask can cover the half of your face, it's designed as a half-covering mask,it's cute and can fit most size We brand,YangYong, specilized in making and designing fashion cosplay mask, you can choose your ideal style masks in our store, including some high quality and special 100% hand-painted mask
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- Best Choice - #10 Kabuki Costumes
- Checked on 09/03/2023
- Based on 78 Reviews
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