淡路島には江戸時代から昭和の初めまで大小あわせて40あまりの人形座がありました。
その内の一つ、吉田傳次郎座の道具類を淡路人形座が継承し、公演をしています。
500年以上の歴史を持つ淡路人形浄瑠璃は時代と共に古いものを残しつつ、新しいものを加えながら、その本質は変わることなく継承されています。
力強い義太夫の語り、腹の底に響く三味線の音色、豪快さの中に繊細さが光る人形の動き、その一つ一つの魅力を存分に感じられるはずです。
School Visit
Awaji Ningyoza, which has many experience in traveling to schools throughout Japan to perform, also actively performs and lectures at schools to introduce the younger generation to the splendor of traditional Japanese performing arts.
Touring show
Awaji Ningyoza also offers traveling performances and lectures. In addition to hall and school performances, we also visit weddings, construction ceremonies, celebrations, and other banquets, as well as local community centers, public halls, and reunions.
News
Awaji Ningyoza was listed in the Michelin Green Guide Hyogo (English and French editions) in December 2016 with a “worth a side trip” ★★★ two stars.
Awaji Ningyo Joruri x Dance videos and trivia about Awaji Ningyo Joruri are available.
MOVIE
Introduction of the Awaji Ningyoza, which can be understood in 4.5 minutes.
What is the
“Awaji Ningyoza”?
Related Links
- Minami-Awaji City Web Site
- I love it! Awaji Island (Minami Awaji City Commerce and Industry Association)
- Awaji Ningyo Joruri Museum
- Gidayu Association
- Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo Nishikawa Koyanagoza
- Seiwa Bunraku Kan
- Information on outings with children "Iko yo".
- Kansai-culture.com
- Awaji Ningyo Joruri Revival