TO the stage world, Japan’s Kabuki theater is a respected example of traditional dance-drama. Its beginnings ... people were led astray,” say Japanese authorities. In 1629, women were ...

Also praised were the “kazego” puppets used on the stage, inspired by traditional Japanese “bunraku” puppet theater, along with Hisaishi’s music. The drama received six prestigious ...

Popular South Korean TV drama series including “Crash Landing on You” and “Itaewon Class” became massive hits in Japan during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, a Japanese TV drama is returning ...