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Noh theater, or Nohgaku (能楽), is one of the world’s most ancient stage traditions still being actively performed today. Known for its use of elaborate masks known as nohmen, Noh performances weave together supernatural elements and Buddhist philosophies along with music and dance.
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Master performer Michishige Udaka has been a practitioner of Noh for more than 60 years. Although the traditional art form has declined in Japan, Udaka carries on the tradition by carving his own masks-the only person who still does so today. In The Spirit of Noh by filmmaker Edwin Lee, join Udaka as he prepares for his next performance and reflects on the future of his art form in modern-day Japan.
This short film is produced with the support of Japan Curator, a bespoke travel company that promotes the revitalization of traditional cultures and craftsmanship in Japan.
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@NatGeo 5 лет назад

Nohgaku is a form of Japanese musical drama performed since the 14th century. What are your thoughts on this ancient tradition?

@Simba______ 5 лет назад

National Geographic - It's beautiful.

@thekarnyx 4 года назад

In Spain we have plays older than this still in practice, like the Celestina and religious plays. (Celestina is also from the 15th century, but it's the most famous and totally complete)

@isaacmanalo2723 4 года назад

Noice

@thekarnyx 4 года назад

@master universe sorry, you're right

@ramkishore611 4 года назад

Koodiyattam in kerala India is practiced long way before this

@ansherinaDoll 5 лет назад

i felt sad when he said: "and now it's just me" :(

@kansairobot2015 4 года назад

He died some days ago :(

@user-fn1nt1su5m 5 лет назад

this is such a beautifully directed short film. I hope his dreams of keeping the tradition comes true, and kudos to the director and videographer

@FalloutMediaHK 5 лет назад

Thank you!

@adhiantos 5 лет назад

Am I the only one who feels goosebumps when he walked onto that stage at 6:10 onwards? This is such an incredible art form. I hope to see a Noh theater play one day!

@Jekodesu 5 лет назад

Me too! I really want to see a Noh theater play!

@esme1652 2 года назад

And this person was never seen again because we all saw this

@shadx9479 5 лет назад

Amazing and Epic! That's why i love wacthing the japanese's movies and short films..

@alcenjoyer 5 лет назад

imagine being chased by someone in that mask

@mcmh9523 5 лет назад

Sharar Ahmed You've got to try one of the masks. The eyeholes are so tiny you can't even try to chase someone without tripping and falling on the ground. I've once tried a Noh mask, and I had to be constantly assisted by someone else just to walk normally without tripping or bumping into something.

@rjames4314 3 года назад

Thats the reason why i want to make or buy one so bad😩

@OliverAisthorpe 2 года назад

A scene like this will be in No Time To Die the next James Bond film

@borhaptrash5454 2 года назад

*James bond has entered the chat*

@user-cz9sq5bz2j 2 года назад

Ima be ankle breaking like crazy

@hori166 4 года назад

Kabuki is worldly, full of bling. Noh inhabits the spiritual plane. I imagine classical Greek drama was very similar. The former continues, the latter is now lost...

@blainefiasco8225 3 года назад

I can really feel the passion behind his love of Noh.

@vinsarrow 5 лет назад

A fascinating piece by National Geographic, I wouldn't mind more things like this. Things like this really shows how Japan is an intriguing culture.

@ramnitkaur8806 5 лет назад

I love Japan. I love how it has been able to preserve its beautiful culture in this modern world. I don't want it to become a robot country.

@youtubecensors5419 5 лет назад

I think they will be able to keep their traditional culture longer than most as they are VERY hostile to diversity.

@spiritualsaints5488 5 лет назад

Masterpiece. Just fabulous 👌🏩🎂🌷👍🎄🆒👫💝🏩🎁

@DelaneyB.444.77 5 лет назад

Just a few days ago I did a project on Japanese culture and talked about this as well.It's quite fascinating.♥️

@Theeofficialstargirl_ 4 года назад

Delaney Sanderson omg I’m doing one right now do you have any links on information about Ancient Asian Theater

@Skynet6009 Год назад

That background score is fantastic

@ConcourseStudio Год назад

There is so much depth and beauty, even serenity available to the dramatic form of Noh, perhaps because of the use of masks. This practice gives me a deeper insight into the nature of the human drama of everyday life.

@HisRoyalMajesty_Bob_the_Sponge 2 месяца назад

beautifully captured narrative thanks natgeo :)

@user-cj4uq6dh2v 5 лет назад

能は時を越えた心の伝承。演者によって煌めく瞬間はかわれど、心は同じ。

@k.stokyo6100 5 лет назад

日本の伝統は素晴らしい🇯🇵🇯🇵🇯🇵

@deepaksinghgehlot1735 5 лет назад

Hii japan

@broakland2 Год назад

Great video and explanation on the use of masks.

@JaniceReso 5 лет назад

Beautiful!!!!❤️❤️

@nianiapizzaria 5 лет назад

What a beautiful artform

@bisesmagre2534 5 лет назад

wow😮❤i'm amazed but i loved it

@muttananba5071 5 лет назад

As if I needed one more frickin reason to love Japan.. Gosh, this is amazing.

@ernaapusaga5920 5 лет назад

This is encredible! I got goosebumps!! 😱😱😱 I hope to watch a Noh play someday.

@geethareddy2147 8 месяцев назад

Blud really said "encredible"

@echo_in_eternity_9974 5 лет назад

I got to see a practice with a Noh master in Kyoto this past january. Genuinely a life changing experience. I hope to see a performance one day

@TheTrueFool 5 лет назад

Beautiful

@inertparticles 5 лет назад

masterpiece

@jesusfernandez-eh8cx 5 лет назад

Gorgeous

@nonsensicalabyss 5 лет назад

Ahhh yes, the Nohgaku. I wish I could see them in person one day. How beautiful..

@neo7i 5 лет назад

I love it.

@Thiago100Zwetsch 5 лет назад

Japan has always something to teach to us. Amazing film.

@bryangomez1058 4 года назад

How about you move to Japan. Hopefully there they can teach you proper grammar.

@pixelpunishersound 2 года назад

Love this art form. ❤️ From 6:09 to 6:32 a growing feeling of bliss came over me. ✨🖐🏽😌✨

@shuklaswaraj 5 лет назад

Wow..... This is so historic.....

@marcsmith8716 Год назад

Sensational!!!!!

@miliessar1662 5 лет назад

Good to know!

@DeGfan101 3 года назад

Rip udaka san hope you continue your performances for the other side 🙏

@bad_cat8830 5 лет назад

I want a second season!

@525Lines 5 лет назад

How'd they get color gradients in block printing?

@mysticaceballos 5 лет назад

Omg! Amazing I like the mask =)

@robespierrey 4 года назад

Someone remember Rumiko Takahashi featuring a mask from the Noh teather in one of the first episodes ever of Inu Yasha? So scary!

@TheBatmass76 5 лет назад

Anyone knows the music starting 7 mins mark pls?

@indiboi8024 5 лет назад

Ooooh the voice. 😄

@nayzerie 5 лет назад

anyone know the music that starts @ 1:24 ?

@soundknight 5 лет назад

Very wise

@kansairobot2015 4 года назад

Udaka Sensei died some days ago. :(

@vivanlulz 5 лет назад

Wow

@soundknight 5 лет назад

Can you do an episode on the lost swords of wwii Japan?

@yesyoucanTellme 5 лет назад

I read the Japanese culture in brief when I was 14 . Now ,I can watch this video and learn more 😁😁😀

@soundknight 5 лет назад

In brief?? Is that even possible. The Japanese way is an enigma of sociology if you ask me. A life long mystery, you won't find it in the bottom of a cartoon.

@yesyoucanTellme 5 лет назад

Brian Cullen it was designed for an 8th grade student 😀

@JonGarcia1990 4 года назад

ANIMAL CROSSING BROUGHT ME HERE!!!

@ojumalakidstvandmore7157 3 года назад

same i chased my sister with a noh mask on and she screamed

@catertube0966 9 месяцев назад

YO SAME

@soundknight 5 лет назад

6:38 guyjin!??

@vladmihaivarga4487 5 лет назад

i get and respect the fact that it's an art form which takes talent and dedication but those masks freak the living daylights out of me.

@VANGY 5 лет назад

It's Genji from OW :D

@claudiarea8865 3 года назад

Alright, almost done with drama homework.

@sarinenjoyer946 5 лет назад

3:05 looks like the mask of the corrupted monk boss from Sekiro Shadows die twice

@DivineSquid 5 лет назад

You're right! I just noticed it.

@CineGisticMedia 3 года назад

What are these things worth I have a couple and in some ehhhh difficult situation! Any advice or links appreciated! Trying to finish paying for my nursing reentry class!

@CineGisticMedia 3 года назад

It's the deigan type possibly I'll have to grab a pic thanks. Will do in a bit

@ohouti8estwra 5 лет назад

What about ancient greek theater?

5 лет назад

noh

@AmyRoseSpiritsOfHellFanGaming 4 месяца назад

GUYS HE GOT POSSESSED GET OUT OF THE BUILDING QUICK BEFORE HE GETS YOU!!!

@hey-db4tz 5 лет назад

cultural diversity

@blueblaze9862 8 месяцев назад

There are so many cultures in the world right now that haven't been driven by economics

@cristobalcaro3392 5 лет назад

It won't survive if it doesn't evolve

@soundknight 5 лет назад

No!

@themangix357 5 лет назад

Maybe Udaka's face shouldn't have been revealed. It'll put on mystery on the vid.

@nicoparra3677 5 лет назад

wow

@j_go. 2 года назад

I wish I could breathe life into a dying art form. Is it possible Noh could continue to exist in a different land?

@quackquack2436 Год назад

7:30

@GeneralHumanity2772 3 года назад

I REJECT MY HUMANITY, JOJO!

@cmberry20 4 года назад

was that guy holding a semuri sword

@cocopuffs8646 2 года назад

whos here after the James Bond movie

@tofton1977 5 лет назад

A bit less colorful than Kabuki...

@steverhodesvideos6244 2 года назад

The irritating piano music in the background ruins the program.

@raqz4437 3 года назад

WHOO SEEEN THE NEWWW FORTNITE BATTLE PASS WE LIKE FORTNTIENYES WE DOOO AHAHAHAHAHAHA

@arcane2972 3 года назад

Ahahaahhahahaahah

@crackedpiano Месяц назад

I must comment, although people of superior taste and deeper penetration will disagree with me, I find Noh theatre to be an existential sense of death of any movement by the human race. Just my interpretation of it. In retrospect of the message of being wholly integrated into the performance as a feature of Noh theatre is intriguing and enlightening due to the nature of the lack of mindfulness of modern day living, however I do not find it at all to be belonging only to Noh and thus when weighing the nature of existential death of Noh compared to how it can make you mindful and induce flow, I must admit, it does not spark in me the slightest bit. Idunno maybe the masks put me off a bit too, and I'm a bit too much into realism and movie acting rather than onstage performances. Even musicals are sometimes like "whoaeww" for me. Again just my opinion

@bisesmagre2534 5 лет назад

1st

@ItsFerdiNah 5 лет назад

que aburiro me desuscribo

@raqz4437 3 года назад

Who here because they have nooo life :(?

@arcane2972 3 года назад

Meeeeeee

@englishdept.uchana1646 5 лет назад

only men are playing roles, is there any culture of keeping the females away of *"NOH"* ? if not then let the ladies play the role if a female soul..

@mcmh9523 5 лет назад

Although prohibited in the past, women nowadays can freely participate in the Noh theater. It's just that the style of acting is so physically demanding that not many women can handle the roles. Many of the elaborate costumes used on stage weigh well over 40lbs, and having to dance on stage wearing the heavy costumes, while singing without getting short of breath is just too demanding for many women. Also, as the songs and everything were composed for male voice, so women might experience difficulties while chanting the pieces. Still, more and more women are actually appearing on the Noh stage, and there are female actors who are designated as holders of intangible cultural property, so things might be on the brighter side, just to let you know.

@FalloutMediaHK 5 лет назад

In fact, Michishige's daughter in law is a Noh actor

@acatinny 4 года назад

I do understand the point of gender equality. However, Japan does have a very fascinating gender bending culture, which is a part of their tradition, and I do not want them to fade. As the matter of fact, there is a very popular all women musical troupe called Takarazuka, in which women play male role who attract so many female fans.

@krishnixcloverbloom210 5 лет назад

S U C C

@xilingsinqueso 5 лет назад

A very questionable claim.

@jonn.5568 3 года назад

Noh is a wonderful art form. but it's hardly the world's 'oldest surviving' theatre.

@rezonance4937 5 лет назад

manga was better

@pffftnames9047 5 лет назад

But who needs these kinds of arts when the millenials are making their own with the likes of 'in my feelings challenge'.

@errorinscript1127 4 года назад

It makes me sad that cultures and jobs like these are dying out. And instead, stupid humans build skyscrapers and robots. When we ourselves have forgotten our roots.

@kansairobot2015 4 года назад

There is no contradiction.