{"id":3905,"date":"2024-07-26T16:53:42","date_gmt":"2024-07-26T20:53:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/?p=3905"},"modified":"2024-07-26T16:53:42","modified_gmt":"2024-07-26T20:53:42","slug":"bunraku","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/bunraku\/","title":{"rendered":"Bunraku"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3905\" class=\"elementor elementor-3905\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9539c76 elementor-section-content-top elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9539c76\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div 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class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The Unique Art of Japanese Puppetry<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f86720d elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-post-info\" data-id=\"f86720d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"post-info.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul class=\"elementor-inline-items elementor-icon-list-items elementor-post-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item elementor-repeater-item-f3c4898 elementor-inline-item\" itemprop=\"author\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/author\/ontario-puppetry-association\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text elementor-post-info__item elementor-post-info__item--type-author\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tL\u2019association 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data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-856afc5 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"856afc5\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6bb7750\" data-id=\"6bb7750\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-378395a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"378395a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Originating in the 17th century, Bunraku (\u6587\u697d) is a form of Japanese professional puppet theater and is one of the four classical theater forms in Japan, alongside kabuki, noh, and kyogen. The name &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/web-japan.org\/factsheet\/en\/pdf\/32Bunraku.pdf\"><span class=\"s2\">bunraku<\/span><\/a><\/span>&#8221; originates from &#8220;Bunraku-za,&#8221; the sole surviving commercial bunraku theater into the modern era. Bunraku is also known as \u201cningyo joruri,\u201d which reflects its origins and essence. &#8220;Ningyo&#8221; means &#8220;doll&#8221; or &#8220;puppet,&#8221; while &#8220;joruri&#8221; refers to a style of dramatic narrative chanting accompanied by the three-stringed shamisen. Here, we delve into what makes Japanese puppetry unique and how it differs from other puppetry traditions.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f50f588 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f50f588\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Bunraku Puppets: Masterpieces of Craftsmanship<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bacbb22 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"bacbb22\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">Bunraku puppets are larger than those used in most other puppetry traditions. Standing at around three to four feet tall, these puppets are intricately crafted from wood, consisting of a \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/web-japan.org\/factsheet\/en\/pdf\/32Bunraku.pdf\"><span class=\"s3\">head, shoulder board, trunk, arms, legs, and costume<\/span><\/a>\u201d with movable parts that allow for expressive gestures and detailed actions. Their heads and hands are carefully carved to convey a wide range of emotions, and they are adorned in elaborate costumes that reflect the characters they portray.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Each puppet is a work of art, with different heads and hands used to represent various characters, from noble samurai to delicate princesses. The detailed craftsmanship ensures that the puppets can convey subtle emotions and actions, making them appear almost lifelike.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oshihaku.jp\/article\/12625199\/\">https:\/\/oshihaku.jp\/article\/12625199\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16575e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"16575e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/cdd088edc9fc0573f2aa7632e0bb4beb-1024x683.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3913\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/cdd088edc9fc0573f2aa7632e0bb4beb-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/cdd088edc9fc0573f2aa7632e0bb4beb-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/cdd088edc9fc0573f2aa7632e0bb4beb-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/cdd088edc9fc0573f2aa7632e0bb4beb-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/cdd088edc9fc0573f2aa7632e0bb4beb.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10b9d4f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"10b9d4f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>The Puppeteers: Invisible Masters<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">One of the most distinctive features of Bunraku is the use of three puppeteers to manipulate each puppet. This manipulation system allows for an extraordinary range of motion and expression. Generally there are 3 roles:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s6\"> 1. <i>Omozukai<\/i><\/span> (\u4e3b\u9063\u3044): The lead puppeteer, who controls the head and right hand, is responsible for the puppet\u2019s facial expressions and primary actions. Unlike the other puppeteers, the <span class=\"s6\"><i>omozuka<\/i>i is often visible to the audience, showcasing their skill and connection to the puppet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s6\"> 2. <i>Hidarizukai <\/i><\/span>(\u5de6\u9063\u3044): The assistant puppeteer who controls the left hand. This puppeteer wears a black hood and robes to blend into the background, emphasizing the puppet\u2019s movements.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s6\"> 3. <i>Ashizukai<\/i><\/span> (\u8db3\u9063\u3044): The second assistant puppeteer who manipulates the legs and feet. Also dressed in black, the ashizukai ensures that the puppet\u2019s walking and other lower body actions are realistic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ebisubashi-magazine.com\/bunraku-theater-osaka\/\">https:\/\/ebisubashi-magazine.com\/bunraku-theater-osaka\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea5ab1f elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"ea5ab1f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2b6cf4e2488f081b7197ca21c78e785e-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3914\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2b6cf4e2488f081b7197ca21c78e785e-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2b6cf4e2488f081b7197ca21c78e785e-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2b6cf4e2488f081b7197ca21c78e785e-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2b6cf4e2488f081b7197ca21c78e785e-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2b6cf4e2488f081b7197ca21c78e785e.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa29226 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fa29226\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">This collaborative effort requires years of training and perfect synchronization, allowing the puppets to perform intricate and lifelike movements. Initially, all three puppeteers wore black robes and hoods to remain unseen by the audience. Today, the assistant puppeteers continue to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianstudies.org\/publications\/eaa\/archives\/history-and-sustainability-of-bunraku-the-japanese-puppet-theater\/\"><span class=\"s4\">wear<\/span><\/a><span class=\"s1\"> black, while the master puppeteer performs in a formal kamishimo (\u88c3). This attire includes a formal kimono, a sleeveless top (kataginu), and trousers (hakama), with the head uncovered. Despite this visibility, the master puppeteer\u2019s face remains impassive throughout the performance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tabiya.net\/SHOP\/2765-01-06.html\">https:\/\/www.tabiya.net\/SHOP\/2765-01-06.html<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-53b06de elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"53b06de\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2765-01-06-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3915\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2765-01-06-1.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2765-01-06-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2765-01-06-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2765-01-06-1-12x12.jpg 12w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c384ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1c384ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p3\"><b>The Performance: A Symbiotic Trio of Art Forms<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Bunraku evolved from various genres of accompanied narrative music collectively known as j\u014druri (<span class=\"s7\">\u6d44\u7460\u7483<\/span>), named after the popular epic &#8220;J\u014druri-hime monogatari&#8221; (Tale of Princess J\u014druri). As the genre progressed, performers incorporated puppets, or ningy\u014d (<span class=\"s7\">\u4eba\u5f62<\/span>), to visually depict the action. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asianstudies.org\/publications\/eaa\/archives\/history-and-sustainability-of-bunraku-the-japanese-puppet-theater\/\"><span class=\"s4\">3 main components<\/span><\/a>:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">1.Narration (J\u014druri): The narrative aspect of Bunraku is delivered by the tay\u016b (<span class=\"s7\">\u592a\u592b<\/span>), a chanter who provides the voices for all characters and narrates the story. The tay\u016b\u2019s performance is highly expressive, using varying tones, pitches, and styles to distinguish between characters and convey the emotional depth of the story. This narrative style is unlike any other puppetry tradition, where a single narrator delivers a complex, multi-character dialogue.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">2.Music: Accompanying the tay\u016b is the shamisen player, whose music sets the tone for the performance. The shamisen, a three-stringed instrument, provides a rich, dynamic sound that enhances the drama and atmosphere. The music and narration are tightly coordinated, creating a cohesive and immersive experience for the audience.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">3.Puppetry: The puppets themselves are the focal point of the performance, brought to life by the skillful manipulation of the puppeteers. The combination of detailed craftsmanship, expert manipulation, and expressive narration makes the puppets appear almost human, capable of conveying complex emotions and actions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p2\">\u00a0<\/p>\n<p class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.touken-world.jp\/tips\/91606\/\">https:\/\/www.touken-world.jp\/tips\/91606\/<\/a><\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-414582e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"414582e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ace8f251f92a68ce23d3db7cf9985a6a.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-3916\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ace8f251f92a68ce23d3db7cf9985a6a.jpg 640w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ace8f251f92a68ce23d3db7cf9985a6a-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ace8f251f92a68ce23d3db7cf9985a6a-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a2de4d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1a2de4d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"p3\"><b>Themes and Stories In Bunraku<\/b><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Bunraku often explores themes of love, loyalty, duty, and tragedy, with stories drawn from historical events, classical literature, and everyday life. These themes resonate deeply with audiences, offering reflections on human nature and societal values. The rich storytelling, combined with the visual and auditory elements, creates a powerful and engaging theatrical experience.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"p3\"><b>Modern Bunraku: Preservation and Innovation<\/b><\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Despite its traditional roots, Bunraku continues to evolve. Efforts to preserve this cultural heritage include regular performances at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silverkris.com\/inspiration\/food-drink\/restaurants\/bowled-over-japan-ramen-variations\/\"><span class=\"s3\">National Bunraku Theatre<\/span><\/a> in Osaka and recognition by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. Modern practitioners experiment with contemporary themes and techniques, ensuring that Bunraku remains relevant and engaging. One of the premier venues to experience this traditional art form is the National Bunraku Theatre, established in 1984 in Osaka\u2019s Nipponbashi district. English programs are available, and some performances offer headsets with English commentary.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Japanese puppetry, especially Bunraku, is a unique and intricate art form that stands apart from other puppetry traditions. Its combination of detailed craftsmanship, skilled manipulation, expressive narration, and evocative music creates a theatrical experience unlike any other. As Bunraku continues to evolve and adapt, it remains a vital and cherished part of Japan\u2019s cultural heritage, celebrating the timeless art of storytelling and human expression.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bunraku, the unique and highly complex art of Japanese Puppetry has originated from the 17th century and still exists today. <\/p>","protected":false},"author":19,"featured_media":3913,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"elementor_header_footer","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12,45],"tags":[47,46],"class_list":["post-3905","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-_","category-puppetry-articles","tag-bunraku","tag-puppet-styles"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3905"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/19"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3905"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3905\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3927,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3905\/revisions\/3927"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3913"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3905"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3905"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ontariopuppetryassociation.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3905"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}