Glossary of Japanese theater

This glossary gives a general overview of terms related to the Japanese theater, performing arts, and dances. A concise description is given for each term; more details are given in their respective articles. The glossary does not include personalia and plays. For rarer terms not found in this glossary, see #Bibliography.

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See also Glossary of owarai terms (Japanese comedy) Glossary of ukiyo-e Glossary of Shinto (traditional Japanese religion) Glossary of Japanese Buddhism

References

External links Glossary by University of Oregon Kabuki theater terms Kabuki glossary Kabuki A to Z Noh terminology