◆Story
In the bustling Nakanocho of Shin Yoshiwara, the tale of the legendary female rogue, "Onna Date," unfolds. Her appearance, characterized by her graceful beauty and stylish personality, has become the stuff of legends, and whenever she steps into a scene, the atmosphere shifts dramatically.
One day, she appears in Nakanocho, carrying a tasteful shakuhachi flute. Soon, from among the town's youth, two daring challengers known as "Otoko Date" confront her. However, her skills are unimaginably beyond what one would expect from her beautiful exterior. With a gaze as if she were looking at a lover, she swiftly defeats the two.
Many young men challenge her in the days that follow, but one by one, they fall to the ground, bested by her dazzling techniques. After her battles, she starts to share, with a hint of shyness, stories of her hidden romantic feelings. As she says, "If you want to experience true love, come to the Shinmachi Bridge," the mood becomes even more serene. With those words, in sync with the traditional customs and culture of Yoshiwara, she begins to dance. Her dance, reminiscent of spring flowers dancing in the wind, is vibrant and beautiful, captivating all who watch.
This story lets you fully experience the charm of "Onna Date," a blend of strength, elegance, and passion
◆Kan Nishikawa
Nihon Buyo professional dancer and Grand Master from Nishikawa-ryu school.
Kan Nishikawa was born on January 14, 1982 in Yokohama Japan. Raised by his Grand Master Senzaburo Nishikawa (Father) and Grand Master Sentoyo Nishikawa(Grand mother). He started to learn Nihon Buyo at the age of four and became Grand Master Kan Nishikawa at the age of 18. He is now performing at nationwide venues such as Kabukiza Theatre and National Theatre under the guidance of Grand Master Senzo Nishikawa(Living National Treasure)
Kan Nishikawa is teaching Nihon Buyo to many people including Geisha group at Shinjuku(Tokyo),Kashiwa(Chiba),Moriya(Ibaraki) and Aizu Wakamatsu(Fukushima).
He also instruct how to move or dance with kimono like Edo-era for TV/Movie shooting.
Danseur professionnel de Nihon Buyo (art traditionnel de la danse et du mime japonais) et Grand Maître de l’école Nishikawa-ryu (l’une des écoles considérées comme majeures au Japon). Kan Nishikawa est né le 14 Janvier 1982 à Yokohama au Japon. Formé par le grand maître Senzaburo Nishikawa (son père) et le grand maître Sentoyo Nishikawa (sa grand mère), il commence à apprendre le Nihon Buyo à l’âge de 4 ans et devient Grand Maître Kan Nishikawa à ses 18 ans. Il danse dans divers cadres à niveau national: au théâtre Kabuki-za et au Théâtre National sous l’égide du grand maître Senzo Nishikawa (Trésor National Vivant du Japon).
Kan Nishikawa enseigne le Nihon Buyo, entre autres, dans des maisons de Geisha: à Shinjuku (Tokyo), Kashiwa (Chiba), Moriya (Ibaraki) et à Aizu Wakamatsu (Fukushima). Il forme également à l’art du mouvement et de la danse en kimono, dans le style de l’ère Edo, pour des tournages télé/cinema.
Many young men challenge her in the days that follow, but one by one, they fall to the ground, bested by her dazzling techniques. After her battles, she starts to share, with a hint of shyness, stories of her hidden romantic feelings. As she says, "If you want to experience true love, come to the Shinmachi Bridge," the mood becomes even more serene. With those words, in sync with the traditional customs and culture of Yoshiwara, she begins to dance. Her dance, reminiscent of spring flowers dancing in the wind, is vibrant and beautiful, captivating all who watch.
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14 июл 2024
