Kikugoro Collection

Kabuki actor as Kiyohime, Japanese traditional story
Kabuki actor as Kiyohime, in a Japanese traditional story involving the beautiful daughter of a village magistrate who falls in love with a young priest

Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro I, ca. 1750. Creator: Yamamoto Yoshinobu
Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro I, ca. 1750

Actor Oneo Kikugoro Role Soga no Goro Edo period
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Onoe kikugorAc no sanjAc kokaji munechika, The actor Onoe KikugorAc in the role of SanjAc Kokaji Munechika. Torii, Kiyomitsu, 1735-1785, artist, [between 1757 and 1764], 1 print : woodcut

Onoe kikugorAc no hayano kanpei, The actor Onoe KikugorAc in the role of Hayano Kanpei. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, [between 1818 and 1830], 1 print : woodcut, color; 38.5 x 26.6 cm

Onoe kikugorAc to umebachi, The actor Onoe KikugorAc and a potted plum tree. Utagawa, Kuniyasu, 1794-1832, artist, [between 1818 and 1830], 1 print : woodcut, color; 20.2 x 17.6 cm

Sandaime Onoe KikugorAc no iboshi Yuranosuke, The actor Onoe KikugorAc III in the role
Sandaime Onoe KikugorAc no AIboshi Yuranosuke, The actor Onoe KikugorAc III in the role of AIboshi Yuranosuke. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, [between 1824 and 1830], 1 print : woodcut

Sandaime onoe kikugorAc no yA'jo, Onoe KikugorAc III as a courtesan. Utagawa, Toyokuni, 1786-1865, artist, [between ca. 1825 and 1830], 1 print : woodcut, color; 21 x 18.4 cm

The actor Onoe Kikugoro in the role of Hayano Kanpei. Print shows the actor Onoe Kikugoro, full-length portrait, standing, facing slightly left, in the role of Hayano Kampei (Kayano Sanpei)

The actor Onoe Kikugoro in the role of oboshi Yuranosuke. Date between 1818 and 1830

The actor Onoe Kikugoro in the role of Sanjo Kokaji Munechika. Print shows Onoe Kikugoro, an actor, full-length portrait, standing, facing left. Date between 1757 and 1764

Onoe Kikugoro III as a courtesan Onoe Kikugor? III as a cour
Onoe Kikugoro III as a courtesan. Print shows actor Onoe Kikugoro III, facing right, sitting on the floor, holding a sheet of paper, in an onnagata role as a courtesan. Date between ca. 1825 and 1830

The actor Onoe Kikugoro and a potted plum tree The actor Ono
The actor Onoe Kikugoro and a potted plum tree. Date between 1818 and 1830

The actors Onoe Kikugoro and Nakamura Kiyosaburo. Print shows actors Onoe Kikugoro and Nakamura Kiyosaburo, wearing geta, portraying street musicians. Date 1750, printed later

The actor Onoe Kikugoro III in the role of oboshi Yuranosuke. Print shows a full-length portrait of Onoi Kikugoro, actor, facing left, holding sword in right hand, wearing robe

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Kikugoro, a name that resonates with the essence of Kabuki theatre. From portraying Kiyohime in the timeless Japanese traditional story to embodying the Ghost of the Murdered Wife Oiwa, Onoe Matsusuke has left an indelible mark on stage as this iconic character. Dating back to ca. 1750, Yamamoto Yoshinobu's creation of Kabuki Actor Onoe Kikugoro I showcases the rich history and artistry behind this celebrated performer. The Edo period witnessed another remarkable portrayal by Actor Oneo Kikugoro as Soga no Goro, captivating audiences with his talent. In one role after another, Onoe Kikugoro mesmerized spectators as he transformed into various characters like SanjAc Kokaji Munechika and Hayano Kanpei. His ability to breathe life into these roles was unparalleled, leaving audiences spellbound. Not only did Onoe Kikugoro excel in dramatic portrayals but also showcased versatility through his depiction of courtesans such as YA'jo. Utagawa Toyokuni's masterpiece captures him alongside a potted plum tree - a symbol of beauty and resilience. Sandaime Onoe Kikugoro III continued this legacy by taking on challenging roles like Iboshi Yuranosuke while maintaining the grace and elegance expected from a kabuki actor. With every performance, he transported viewers into a world where emotions ran deep and stories unfolded before their eyes. The collaboration between Onoe Kikugoro III and Utagawa Toyokuni once again brought forth artistic brilliance when they depicted him alongside a potted plum tree - an embodiment of nature's delicate allure juxtaposed against his powerful presence. Through centuries-old tales retold on stage, these actors have immortalized themselves as legends within Kabuki theatre.