Synopsis

For over four centuries, Bunraku has thrived as a cornerstone of Japanese performing arts. This tradition seamlessly blends stylized storytelling and music with puppets so vividly rendered they seem poised to breathe. Today on Japanology Plus, we delve into the enduring allure of this uniquely Japanese puppet theater. Joining us is Hideki Takagi, the voice behind the earphone guides at Osaka's National Bunraku Theatre. And in our Plus One segment, we witness the meticulous artistry involved in c