Shumei: The Living Legacy of Kabuki
25 September 2026·1h 34min
Documentary
A look at the succession ceremony in which Ichikawa Danjūrō XIII formally inherited the storied Danjūrō name in Kabuki, Japan’s classical performing art. The film records the behind-the-scenes preparations for the actor’s name-inheritance debut performance.
Director:Takashi MiikeCast:Ichikawa Ebizo XI
A look at the succession ceremony in which Ichikawa Danjūrō XIII formally inherited the storied Danjūrō name in Kabuki, Japan’s classical performing art. The film records the behind-the-scenes preparations for the actor’s name-inheritance debut performance.
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Original Title
襲名
Status
Post Production
Release Date
25/09/2026
Original Language
Japanese
Production Country
Japan
