Unique Kabuki Props

17th December 2014 28 mins Season 1 Episode 8

Swords and pipes, fantastic objects and things from daily life — kabuki uses a variety of stage props, most of which have not changed since hundreds of years ago. Find out how kabuki actors make use of them to great effect.

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