Bunraku Theatre
The character Osono, from the play Hade Sugata Onna Maiginu (), in a performance by the Tonda Puppet Troupe of Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture
Puppet master with female doll
Scene from Date Musume Koi no Higanoko () depicting Yaoya Oshichi climbing the tower
National Bunraku Theater in Osaka
Tay and shamisen player
Close-up of a male puppet's head with mechanical eyes. This particular puppet is a head used in sanbaso performances.
Female puppet wearing a headdress and colourful kimono
Bunraku Theatre
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Timings : Three-Week runs in January, April, June and November.
Entry Fee : Depends on the show
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Bunraku Theatre, Osaka Overview
Traditional Japanese puppet theatre has been OsakaÍs cultural fort_ over the centuries.
Bunraku, or puppet theatre finds its roots in Osaka, as it was originated there over the centuries. This is one of the better ways of getting in touch with Japanese culture. English audio translations and scripts are also available.
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