History



歴史History歴史
 * Pronunciation- Bunraku- boon-rakoo


 * Bunraku- also known as Ninjyo-Joruri which consisted of puppets and storytelling.


 * Began in the Edo Period (1603 -1867) and was created by Takemoto Gidayu, he set up his own theatre in Osaka, Japan.

His stories spoke the hearts of his characters
 * Takemoto Gidayu started as a narrator for very famous storytellers of this period in Kyoto. He was known for his intimate storytelling.

greatest playwright in Japanese history, and also Takeda Izumo, a famous theatre owner and manager.
 * In1684, Takemoto branched out from the famous storytellers to create his own theatre. He was helped by Chikamatsu Monzaemon, who was the


 * Chikamatsu mostly worked in Kabuki theatre with Sakata Tojuro, an actor who created Wagoto Theatre.

human elements and used themes of loyalty and other Confucian values.
 * Chikamatsu was the bridge between Joruri and Bunraku. He kept the fantasy of older tales but was distinct for adding