Noh Plays DataBase : Okina : PhotoStory

Leading Okina, Senzai dances the principal role.

善竹大二郎

Youthful and jaunty dancing.

片山清司

While Senzai dances, the shite dons the mask of Okina, transforming him into a deity.

中森貫太、観世喜之

Okina steps forward on the stage and dances.

野村四郎

Accompanied by three small drums, the dance goes on.

喜多六平太

In special Jyunigatsu-orai productions, Okina makes multiple appearances.

梅若万紀夫、梅若恭行

A request for peace and tranquility to reign in the land.

喜多六平太

Stepping firmly on the earth.

観世銕之丞

The form of the deity appears, bringing prosperity.

津村禮次郎

Without a mask, Sanba-sō dances momi-no-dan.

野村萬

Momi-no-dan is very lively.

善竹十郎

Transformed into a dark-faced Okina, Sanba-sō holds a bell tree to dance suzu-no-dan.

小笠原匡

In special Sanja-no-furyu performances, Sanba-sō also changes appearance.

山本東次郎

Okina performed without music or dance.

Okina’s face expresses joyful prosperity.