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Old Aug 15, 2014 | 4:29 pm
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Kabuki was started by women (I expect it had partly something to do with Noh being inaccessible and elitist) and history has come full circle with the all female Takarazuka Revue (started partly because Kabuki was considered inaccessible and elitist)

Kabuki and Noh companies periodically come to Europe and North America and when they do the quality of the performances is very bit as good as it is in Japan plus there are improved translation facilities as well as introductions, talks and workshops to help the non-Japanese speaking audiences get the most out of the plays. Unless you are already familiar with the formats, stories and actors, seeing Kabuki or Noh in Japan isn't going to be better than experiencing it in your own country.

Takarazuka (for someone who knows next to nothing about Noh or Kabuki) may be more enjoyable as well as being more of an "only in Japan" experience. Have you considered this as an option instead?
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