ASAKUSA SISTERS

All-female theatres, Asian women history

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Hi everyone! This is Asakusa Sisters! ✨

We’re Anna and Irina, and this is our project — Asakusa Sisters. Here, we talk about Asian women's history, art, and science, and help you see the world from a different perspective.

We live in Japan, study the Japanese language, write academic articles, and run our own YouTube channel, where we share the things we love.

We’re also deeply inspired by all-female theatres — their aesthetics, history, and cultural impact. This passion is a big part of what we explore and celebrate through our work.

One day, we hope to write a book about great Asian women.

📍 You can also find us here: YouTube – Asakusa Sisters https://www.youtube.com/@asakusasisters/featured

VKontakte – Asakusa Sisters https://vk.com/asakusasisters

We add English and Japanese subtitles to our videos and posts, so everyone can enjoy and understand them.

Please consider subscribing to our YouTube channel ☺️

Let’s explore women’s history together! ♥️

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Kyoto, theatre, and a small gender-bending fashion experiment 👘✨

During our trip to Kyoto, we visited the historic Minami-za Theatre to see OSK Nippon Kagekidan – Haru no Odori, one of Japan’s traditional spring revue performances.

But before the show, we tried something especially fun — we were invited to wear men’s kimono at a rental shop. A rare chance to experience a different silhouette, styling, and atmosphere through clothing.

In the video: ✨ men’s kimono transformation ✨ Kyoto streets and theatre mood ✨ Minami-za atmosphere ✨ impressions of the performance OSK Nippon Kagekidan ✨ women performing Romeo & Juliet on stage

Please watch, leave a comment, and support us with a like 💛

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🎭 OSK日本歌劇団 × 大阪松竹座 — Behind the Curtain 🎥

This spring we joined a rare backstage tour of the Osaka Shochiku-za — the historic theatre where the all-female troupe OSK Nippon Kagekidan performs. Now that the theatre is about to close for renovation, these might be some of the last glimpses of its beautiful interior as it is today.

It was quiet, elegant, and full of memories. we wanted to capture that feeling in this short video. Watch on YouTube ↓ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TuG0949aY4I&t=1s

There are subtitles in English and Japanese, please turn them on.

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✨Did you know there’s another all-women’s revue theater in Japan?

If you love Takarazuka, you should definitely know about OSK日本歌劇団 (OSK Nippon Kagekidan) — a company where women have been playing all roles for over 100 years too! 🎭💃

We just made a short, easy-to-watch video explaining: 🌸 What OSK is 🌸 How their system works (school, top stars, roles) 🌸 Their main performance genres

It’s a light introduction, perfect if you’re curious but don’t know where to start💕

Please support us with a like or comment 🙏 It really helps! And tell us — would you like us to cover more about OSK? What part of this theater are you most curious about? ✍️

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📢 Our first interview in Japanese!

📢 Our first interview in Japanese! 🕗 Premieres 31 July: 8 PM (JST) 🎙 We talk about life in Japan, favorite food & Japanese culture. 💬 Your support means the world to us — comments, likes, anything helps! Thank you for being with us ❤ 🎥 Supashiba Channel https://www.youtube.com/@spashivachannel

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Thank you so much for watching the interview video! 🌸 We truly feel that your warm reactions are a great source of support for OSK Nippon Kagekidan.

Comments in Japanese and English are also very welcome, so please feel free to share your thoughts with us!

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✨ Japanese theater with the stars of OSK NIPPON KAGEKIDAN: an exclusive interview about "Genji Monogatari"! 🌸

We had the amazing opportunity to sit down with the actresses of the legendary OSK Nippon Kagekidan and uncover what goes on behind the roles they portray.

Kanato Haru, Maori Hina, Mioka Sakura, and special guest Ichiya Yu share their insights on the musical "Genji Monogatari," based on the classic Japanese Heian-period novel, which is also well-known all over the world. They open up about what makes this production so unique!

For 100 years, OSK Nippon Kagekidan has captivated audiences with its distinctive tradition: actresses performing male roles, bringing an incredible depth and original atmosphere to the stage.

Don’t miss this chance to discover the magic of Japanese theater! 🎭

👉 Watch the exclusive interview on our YouTube channel! https://youtu.be/Z1D5CaJzR2k?si=A1tOm4MjRl7bUNrL

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⭐Only 3 hours left until the video premiere! ⭐

Join us on our YouTube channel at 18:30 (JPN) to watch it together!

We’ll need your support 🌸 ASAKUSA SISTERS CHANNEL

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✨ Ready for a surprise? Our exclusive interview with the OSK Nippon Kagekidan actresses about "The Tale of Genji" on May 12th features a special guest! We won’t reveal who it is just yet, but we’re sure you’ll be intrigued! Don’t miss it! 🌸 👉 Tune in on our YouTube channel on May 12th! https://www.youtube.com/@asakusasisters/videos

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💥May 12 is a special day!💥

An interview with the actresses of OSK Nippon Kagekidan about The Tale of Genji will be released on YouTube! The premiere starts at 6:30 PM❗

👉Be sure to check it out on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@asakusasisters/community

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✨ Step into the world of Genji Monogatari with the stars of OSK Nippon Kagekidan! Kanato Haru, Maori Hina, Mioka Sakura share their vision of the musical and what makes it special. NEXT WEEK — exclusive interview with the OSK actresses about the "The Tale of Genji" musical on our YouTube. But that's not all! There will be a special guest… Stay tuned to find out who it is! 🌸 👉 Watch it on our YouTube channel next week!

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✨ OSK's "The TALE of GENJI": Exclusive Teaser

In this exclusive teaser, the amazing actresses of OSK Nippon Kagekidan share their thoughts on the legendary "Genji Monogatari".

But there's a special surprise — a guest you won't want to miss! Stay tuned to find out who joins this incredible conversation! 🌸

👉 Want to know more? Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel!　 https://youtu.be/bDZSOA3I7U8

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✨ Beautiful photos from the recent OSK Nippon Kagekidan show "Revue in Kyoto" 😍

All the girls looked absolutely stunning! The debut of the new top combi, Kazuki Tsubasa and Chisaki Emi, was a great success — even despite the unexpected rescheduling due to the top star’s health issues. We’re so glad everything turned out well in the end — and even more, with such brightness and positivity! We truly admire the girls’ ability to carry on with grace and professionalism. It’s nothing short of inspiring.

And of course — the dancing, the singing, the gorgeous costumes, and the wonderful choreography — all of it made their strength shine even brighter. 💫

Would you like to see this show too? Sourse: https://natalie.mu/stage/news/621760

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NEW INTERVIEW: OSK Nippon Kagekidan Speaks! ✨

🎭 We had the incredible opportunity to speak directly with the actresses of OSK Nippon Kagekidan — a legendary all-female theater with over 100 years of history!

What did we talk about? You'll find out soon — but the conversation was truly heartfelt.

Stay tuned — it's going to be fascinating, vibrant, and full of Japanese elegance! 🌸

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“Dandy II” – the Otokoyaku Show We Needed Right Now

Last week, we went to see the brand new Dandy II at our beloved OSK! ♥️ This one hit different — because for us, Dandy isn’t just a show. It’s personal. Back in 2020, the original Dandy was the beginning of our journey as fans — not just researchers. That’s when everything changed. And now it’s back… with a completely different cast.

✨ This time on stage: Amaki Leo, Todo Yuuto, Ichiya Yuu, and Kyoga Riku.

Four stunning performers — each with such a different vibe, energy, and sense of sensuality. That contrast made it really compelling to watch.

Not gonna lie, we got super emotional at certain points. Total tears. Even though the songs were upbeat, sexy, and full of charisma 😈, the nostalgia hit hard.

We especially loved the moody intro sequence and the classic songs — each actress chose her own, and you could feel that personal connection. Sadly, we haven’t been to all of their solo concerts, so we didn’t recognize every song — but that made it even more fascinating.

Ichiya’s solo from Goemon was unforgettable. That was the first time we ever saw her perform, years ago. During the number, old footage played in the background… and the contrast between the Ichiya on screen and the Ichiya on stage? Two completely different women. It really made us reflect — how do people change like that? 🤔

Amaki Leo has changed too — in the best way. She looked amazing, more confident and mature. Her singing felt deeper, more intentional. Especially in the older songs. That emotional growth really left an impression on us ☺️

We’re still getting to know Kyoga Riku and Todo Yuuto, but honestly? They’re both very promising. Can’t wait to see how they grow in future performances.

That’s all for now — thanks for reading 💫 With love, AsakusaSisters ♥️

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New Visuals on the OSK Nippon Kagekidan Official Website ✨

The updated actress profiles on the official OSK website are here! This year, the main color theme is a deep, elegant purple. It’s neither too bright nor too pale, creating a sophisticated and fresh look. Each actress now shines in her own unique style, adding an extra layer of individuality to their profiles — it's such a delightful touch! 💜

Which actress catches your eye the most? Let us know in the comments!

✨ Bonus: Did you know each actress has her own blog? You can read all the latest updates directly through the links in their profiles! 📖💫

👉 Check out the official OSK website here: [🔗 OSK Nippon Kagekidan Official Website]

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✨ Asakusa Sisters: Who Are We? ✨

DON’T FORGET TO TURN ON THE SUBTITLES! RUSSIAN, JAPANESE, ENGLISH!!!! We are Asakusa Sisters — a project, dedicated to women across Asia in art, history, and memory.

In our new video, we share who we are and why we explore the evolving image of women in East Asian culture: on stage, in religion, in everyday life — and beyond.

From forgotten heroines and legends to feminist exhibitions and modern shifts in perception — our channel is where past and present meet through a female lens.

🎥 Watch now. 💬 Let us know what you think. 🔁 Reblogs and love always welcome.