2024-01-22 09:13:00
At June Kabukiza, Tokizo Nakamura (68) played Manju Nakamura the first, and Tokizo’s eldest son, Baishi Nakamura (36) played the role of Tokizo Nakamura the sixth. Umeeda’s eldest son, Hiroharu Ogawa (8), became the fifth generation Nakamura Umeeda, Shido Nakamura’s eldest son, Yoki Ogawa (6), became the first Nakamura Haruki, and the second son, It has been decided that Natsuki Ogawa (3) will make her first stage appearance as the first Natsuki Nakamura (Natsuki Nakamura). The Yorozuya clan gathers to announce the succession of their names, and the three young members who will carry the clan’s future take their first step as Kabuki actors. A press conference was held in Tokyo on the 22nd.
(Front row from left) Natsuki Ogawa, Yoki Ogawa, Daiharu Ogawa (Back row from left) Shido Nakamura, Tokizo Nakamura, Umee Nakamura (C) ORICON NewS inc.
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Tokizo said, “I’ve been calling myself Tokizo since 1981, and it’s been 43 years.I passed on this name to my son Umeeda, and I am the first generation to be named Manju Nakamura.The name Manju was created by me. It’s a new name. I don’t have a name, so I created a new one (lol). Additionally, Umeeda’s child, Oharu, will be making his first stage appearance as the fifth Umeeda.” “Also, I think it will be a very lively stage as Shido’s children Yoki and Natsuki will be performing together for the first time.Recently, in the Kabuki world, there are many people with the Ogawa surname, but there is also a new Ogawa surname. There will be three members.I want to do my best to make the Kabuki world more exciting.”
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Umeeda said, “I have decided to inherit the name of Tokizo Nakamura, which my father used for 43 years, as the sixth generation.In addition, I will pass on the name to my son, Umeeda Nakamura, which I am currently calling him, as the fifth generation. This has meant that I will be able to take over my name and perform on stage for the first time.I will continue to pursue my career in the arts with an even greater sense of responsibility than ever before.” Oharu also greeted, saying, “In June, I will be taking the name of the fifth generation Nakamura Umeeda. Thank you for your continued support.”
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Yoki and Natsuki’s father, Shido Nakamura, also attended the press conference. “I look forward to your continued guidance,” he said.・5th generation Nakamura Tokizo changed to 1st generation Manju Nakamura
Real name: Mitsuharu Ogawa. His shop name is Yorozuya. Born in Tokyo on April 26, 1955, as the eldest son of Tokizo Nakamura IV. In April 1960, she made her stage debut at the Kabukiza theater under the name Nakamura Umeda III in “Yaegiri Kakubanashi” and “Shinzanba.” In June 1981, he assumed the name Tokizo Nakamura V at Sugisakaya Omiwa and others in Kabukiza’s “Imoseyama Women’s Garden” and “Imoseyama.” She was trained by the sixth generation Nakamura Utaemon and the seventh generation Onoe Baiko, and is a representative standing woman in the kabuki world whose elegant appearance catches the eye.
・4th generation Nakamura Umeeda changed to 6th generation Nakamura Tokizo
Real name: Yoshiharu Ogawa. His shop name is Yorozuya. Born in Tokyo on November 22, 1987, as the eldest son of Tokizo Nakamura V. In June 1991, she first appeared in Kabukiza’s “Ninjo Ura Nagaya” with Kazuko Okishi and Tsurunosuke. In June 1994, she took on the name of Nakamura Umeida IV and made her first stage performance as Kanchomatsu in “Hatazui Chobei” at the Kabukiza Theater. A young lady with a graceful appearance that catches the eye.
・Vidaime Nakamura Umeeda
Real name: Daiharu Ogawa. His shop name is Yorozuya. Born in Tokyo on October 28, 2015, as the eldest son of the fourth generation Nakamura Umeeda. In November 2020, he was first seen at Yasamatsu in the National Theater’s “Yamagongen Seisukeken” and “Keyamura”.
・First generation Yoki Nakamura
Real name: Yoki Ogawa. His shop name is Yorozuya. Born in Tokyo on December 18, 2017 as the eldest son of Shido Nakamura II. In January 2022, he will be seen for the first time at the Kabukiza Theater in “Juu Hatsuharu Dai Kabuki” and “Celebrating Spring Genroku Hanami Odori.”
・First generation Natsuki Nakamura
Real name: Natsuki Ogawa. His shop name is Yorozuya. Born in Tokyo on June 27, 2020 as the second son of Shido Nakamura II. In December 2023, he will be seen for the first time at Kabukiza’s “December Grand Kabuki” and “Konjaku Banquet Senbonzakura” at Natsuzakuramaru.
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