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The Toyo Bunko Academia is now accepting applications for the following course. Please apply as soon as possible.<\/p>\n

Title:<\/strong> An Introduction to Kabuki
\nLanguage:<\/strong> English
\nInstructor:<\/strong> KIMURA Ryo (Gifu Women’s University\/Toyo Bunko)
\nDates:<\/strong> June 11,\u00a0 18,\u00a0 and 25, 2026 (on Thursdays) 10:30\u201312:00 AM
\n*Single-session enrollment is also available.
\nFormat:<\/strong> In-Person
\nVenue:<\/strong> Toyo Bunko (Annex bldg.) Seminar Room
\nCourse Details and Application:<\/strong>
\nhttps:\/\/toyo-bunko-academia-20260611.peatix.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n

Overview:<\/strong>
\nThis course provides an introductory overview of Kabuki, Japan’s iconic traditional performing art, delivered entirely in English. By examining precious historical materials from the Toyo Bunko collection, such as shibai-banzuke<\/em> (theater programs), we will explore the history and stylized aesthetics of Kabuki in an accessible manner. The lectures aim to redefine Kabuki through a global lens, translating specialized knowledge into clear, straightforward English. Beginners are most welcome.<\/p>\n

The lecture will be delivered entirely in English to maintain academic rigor and international appeal. However, to ensure deep engagement with the audience, Q&A will be open to both English and Japanese, with the lecturer providing summaries in both languages as needed.<\/p>\n

Contents:<\/strong>
\n#01. Thursday, June 11, 2026. 10:30\u201312:00 AM.
\nThe Birth and History of Kabuki<\/p>\n

#02. Thursday, June 18, 2026. 10:30\u201312:00 AM.
\nCharacteristics of Kabuki through Archival Materials<\/p>\n

#03. Thursday, June 25, 2026. 10:30\u201312:00 AM.
\nKabuki in the Modern and Global Context<\/p>\n

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