{"product_id":"the-secrets-of-noh-masks-a-bilingual-japanese-english-photographic-journey-into-the-art-of-noh","title":"The Secrets of Noh Masks – A Bilingual Japanese–English Photographic Journey into the Art of Noh","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eExperience the profound beauty and mystery of traditional Japanese Noh through \u003cem data-start=\"328\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eThe Secrets of Noh Masks\u003c\/em\u003e, a stunning bilingual (Japanese–English) edition that captures both the artistry and atmosphere of Noh theatre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"838\"\u003eThis dynamic photo collection presents 32 Noh masks created over a half-century career by master Kongō-school shite actor and Important Intangible Cultural Property holder, \u003cstrong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eMichishige Udaka\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each mask is introduced through powerful full-color photography that faithfully reproduces the delicate shadows, expressions, and subtle emotional nuances unique to Noh masks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"840\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eBeyond the visual exploration, the book provides in-depth explanations of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"960\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eThe history and evolution of Noh theatre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003ePerformance structure and staging traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eThe meticulous process of Noh mask creation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eRecognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Noh represents one of Japan’s most refined performing arts traditions. This volume serves as both an artistic showcase and an educational guide, making it an essential reference for scholars, performers, collectors, and admirers of Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eThis edition is the bilingual version of \u003cem data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eThe Secrets of Noh Masks\u003c\/em\u003e originally published by Kodansha USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1513\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eMichishige Udaka\u003c\/strong\u003e (b. 1947) is a leading shite actor of the Kongō School of Noh and a designated holder of Important Intangible Cultural Property. He studied under the second head of the Kongō family, Kongō Iwao II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eThroughout his distinguished career, he has performed major Noh masterpieces including \u003cem data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eOkina\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eDōjōji\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eSotoba Komachi\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1859\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eTokusa\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eŌmu Komachi\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eIn 1985, he founded the International Noh Institute (INI). Unique among Noh performers, Udaka is also a Noh mask artisan and established the group Men no Kai, pioneering the practice of performing on stage using masks of his own creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eHe has trained over twenty instructors, nine of whom have become professional members of the Nohgaku Association. He currently serves as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2270\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003ePresident of the Udaka Michishige Association\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2322\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eHead of Keiun-kai and Men no Kai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2359\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eVice Chairman of the Kongō-kai\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2439\"\u003eMember of the Japan Noh Theatre Association\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2441\" data-end=\"2444\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2618\"\u003ePublisher: IBC Publishing\u003cbr data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003ePublication Date: June 26, 2015\u003cbr data-start=\"2525\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eLanguage: Japanese \u0026amp; English (Bilingual Edition)\u003cbr data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2579\"\u003eFormat: Paperback\u003cbr data-start=\"2596\" data-end=\"2599\"\u003eLength: 190 pages\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IBC Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52403188957473,"sku":"4794603568","price":148.55,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0263\/7214\/5240\/files\/71zSMVK6ShL._SL1248.jpg?v=1772263740","url":"https:\/\/wabisabi-store.jp\/de\/products\/the-secrets-of-noh-masks-a-bilingual-japanese-english-photographic-journey-into-the-art-of-noh","provider":"WABI-SABI STORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}