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In February 2026, Takanosuke spoke in Ginza, Tokyo, about his hopes for the European tour. (© Nippon.com)
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“Meet Kabuki: The Art of Onnagata Europe Tour” took place at Japan Foundation facilities in three European capitals in April 2026. The tour poster featured the actor in his Shōnokai performance of Fujimusume. (© Nippon.com)
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Takanosuke performs a complete run-through of his tachiyaku role in the play Shakkyō at Tokyo’s Kabukiza theater as part of preparations for performing it in Paris in April 2026. (© Matsuda Tadao)
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Kabuki actors handle their own makeup duties. (© Matsuda Tadao)
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After makeup application, wig fitting, and dressing is done, it’s time to perform. (© Matsuda Tadao)
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The mirror is replaced with an empty frame to show the audience the painstaking preparations that go into every performance. (© Shōchiku)
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The dramatic costume changes are a key part of Fujimusume. (© Shōchiku)
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Takanosuke brought down the house in Paris with his performance of Shakkyō. (© Shōchiku)
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