Ebizo Collection

Ichikawa Ebizo (Danjuro V) in the Role of Mongaku Shonin Disguised as Yamagatsu from... 1781-1801. Creator: Hokusai
Ichikawa Ebizo (Danjuro V) in the Role of Mongaku Shonin Disguised as Yamagatsu from the Play Kin no Menuki Minamotoya Kakutsuba, 1781-1801

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI as Sukeroku in the play "Omiura Date no Nebiki, "performed... c.1799
The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI as Sukeroku in the play " Omiura Date no Nebiki, " performed at the Nakamura Theater in the third month, 1799, c. 1799

The Actors Ichikawa Ebizo I as Miura Osuke, Ichikawa Danjuro lV as Okazaki Akushiro, and N... 1754
The Actors Ichikawa Ebizo I as Miura Osuke, Ichikawa Danjuro lV as Okazaki Akushiro, and Nakamura Sukegoro I as Kato Arajiro in the play " Miura no Osuke Bumon no Kotobuki

The Actors Ichikawa Danjuro I as Yamagami Gennai Saemon and Yamanaka Heikuro I as Suzuka no Oji, 1812

Ichikawa Danjuro VI, Japan, c. 1792 / 93. Creator: Hokusai
Ichikawa Danjuro VI, Japan, c. 1792/93

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI as Fuwa no Bansaku, 1794. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI as Fuwa no Bansaku, 1794

Naritaya Sansho (The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI as Arakawa Taro Takesada), 1794

The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI and a boy, n. d. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
The actor Ichikawa Danjuro VI and a boy, n.d

The Actors Ichikawa Danjuro I (right) 1660-1704 and Nakamura Denkuro II... late 18th century. Creator: Shunsho
The Actors Ichikawa Danjuro I (right) 1660-1704 and Nakamura Denkuro II (left) 1719-1777 in Unidentified Roles, late 18th century

The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro I (1660-1704), late 18th-early 19th century. Creator: Hokusai
The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro I (1660-1704), late 18th-early 19th century

Ichikawa Ebizo IV as Takemura Sadanojo in the Play Koinyobo Somewake Tazuna, 1794

Scene from a Drama, ca. 1788. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Scene from a Drama, ca. 1788

Ichikawa Danjuro V and His Family, 1782. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Ichikawa Danjuro V and His Family, 1782

The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II, 1688-1758. Creator: Nishimura Shigenobu
The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II, 1688-1758

Second Ichikawa Danjuro after 1735, 5th month, 1736. 5th month, 1736
Second Ichikawa Danjuro after 1735, 5th month, 1736

The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II as a Samurai. ca. 1735. ca. 1735
The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II as a Samurai. ca. 1735

Ichikawa Danjuro I as Soga Goro, ca. 1710. ca. 1710. Creator: Okumura Masanobu
Ichikawa Danjuro I as Soga Goro, ca. 1710

Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Ebizo in the Play The Colored Reins of a Loving Wife, 1794. Artist: Toshusai Sharaku
Kabuki Actor Ichikawa Ebizo (Ichikawa Danjuro V) in the Play The Colored Reins of a Loving Wife (Koi nyobo somewake tazuna), 1794. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXVIII, edited by C. Reginald Grundy

The Actor, Ichikawa Danjuro I, 1660-1704 as a Woman in Unidentified Role

Ichikawa Danjuro Fifth as Kyo no Jiro in Disguise as Dekuroku byoe the Stree Puppet-sh... ca. 1788
Ichikawa Danjuro Fifth as Kyo no Jiro in Disguise as Dekuroku byoe the Stree Puppet-showman, ca. 1788

Ichikawa EbizAc, Ichikawa EbizAc. Torii, Kiyomasu, active 1720-early 1760s, artist, [between 1736 and 1741], 1 print : woodcut, color; 30.8 x 14.4 cm

Ichikawa ebizAc no takemura sadanoshin, Ichikawa EbizAc as Takemura Sadanoshin. TAcshA'sai Sharaku, active 1794, artist, 1794. 1 print : woodcut, color; 35.7 x 24.8 cm

The actor Ichikawa Ebizo in the role of Kinzaemon Yorikata. Print shows the actor Ichikawa Ebizo as Kinzaemon Yorikata fighting a tiger. Date between 1744 and 1751

Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin Ichikawa Ebiz? as Take
Ichikawa Ebizo as Takemura Sadanoshin. Print shows actor Ichikawa Ebizo, head-and-shoulders portrait, facing left, in the role of Takemura Sandanoshin. Date 1794

The actor Ichikawa Ebizo in the role of Shinozuka breaking through the barrier. Date 173-

The actors Ichikawa Ebizo and Nakamura Denkuro and Ichikawa Yaozo. Date between 1744 and 1755

Ichikawa Ebizo Ichikawa Ebiz?
Ichikawa Ebizo. The actor Ichikawa Ebizo, full-length, standing on stage, holding a cannon. Date between 1736 and 1741

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"Unveiling the Legendary Performances of Ebizo: A Glimpse into Japanese Theatre" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ichikawa Ebizo, a renowned actor who graced the stages of Japan during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. From his mesmerizing portrayal as Mongaku Shonin Disguised as Yamagatsu to his unforgettable role as Sukeroku in "Omiura Date no Nebiki, " Ebizo captivated audiences with his unparalleled talent. In collaboration with esteemed artists such as Hokusai, Utagawa Toyokuni I, Torii Kiyohiro, and many more, these masterpieces captured Ebizo's essence on canvas. Witnessing him transform into Miura Osuke alongside Ichikawa Danjuro IV as Okazaki Akushiro is like stepping into another era altogether. Ebizo's versatility shines through in every performance. Whether he embodied Yamagami Gennai Saemon or brought Fuwa no Bansaku to life, his dedication to each character was evident. The intensity radiating from him while portraying Arakawa Taro Takesada leaves an indelible mark on our memories. Not only did Ebizo showcase his extraordinary skills alone but also shared the stage with other talented actors like Nakamura Denkuro II and even young apprentices. Their chemistry created magical moments that transported audiences to different realms. The legacy of Ichikawa Danjuro I lives on through generations, leaving us awe-inspired by their contributions to Japanese theatre. With each brushstroke capturing their spirit and passion for their craft, we are reminded of their everlasting impact on performing arts. One cannot forget Ebizo's unforgettable portrayal of Takemura Sadanojo in "Koinyobo Somewake Tazuna. " His ability to evoke emotions within us transcends time itself.