Sukenari Collection

The Actor Ichikawa Yaozo II as Soga no Juro Sukenari Disguised as the Proefessional Jes... c. 1769. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Yaozo II as Soga no Juro Sukenari Disguised as the Proefessional Jester Senraku (?) in the Play Soga Moyo Aigo no Wakamatsu (?), Performed at the Nakamura Theater ()

Oiso no Tora telling Soga Brothers where to find Suketsune, from the series "Illustr... c. 1843/47
Oiso no Tora telling Soga Brothers where to find Suketsune, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Tokimune, Sukenari, Kikko Kojiro and Aiko Saburo fighting in the rain, from the seri... c. 1843/47
Tokimune, Sukenari, Kikko Kojiro and Aiko Saburo fighting in the rain, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Three Komuso Monks: The Actors Ichikawa Ebizo (Danjuro V) as Kudo Suketsune (right)... c. 1792. Creator: Shunsho
Three Komuso Monks: The Actors Ichikawa Ebizo (Danjuro V) as Kudo Suketsune (right), Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Soga no Juro Sukenari (center), and Ichikawa Omezo I as Soga no Goro Tokimune (left)

The Actors Ichikawa Komazo II as Soga no Juro Sukenari (right), and Ichikawa Danjuro V... c. 1771. Creator: Shunsho
The Actors Ichikawa Komazo II as Soga no Juro Sukenari (right), and Ichikawa Danjuro V as Soga no Goro Tokimune (left), in Komuso Attires, in the Play Sakaicho Soga Nendaiki

Sukenari (Soga no Juro) dancing before Suketsune, from the series "Illustrated Tale... c. 1843/47
Sukenari (Soga no Juro) dancing before Suketsune, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Soga no Juro and Soga no Goro pursuing Suketsune's hunting party at Miharano, from... c. 1843/47
Soga no Juro and Soga no Goro pursuing Suketsune's hunting party at Miharano, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Sukenari (Soga no Juro), Tokimune (Soga no Goro), and their mother at a farewell... c. 1843/47. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Sukenari (Soga no Juro), Tokimune (Soga no Goro), and their mother at a farewell party, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Soga no Juro's lover Tora Gozen seated on a balcony, from the series "Illustrated Tale... c1843/47
Soga no Juro's lover Tora Gozen seated on a balcony, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Soga no Juro and Soga no Goro ambushing Suketsune, from the series "Illustrated Tale... c. 1843/47
Soga no Juro and Soga no Goro ambushing Suketsune, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Asahina Saburo saves the Soga brothers from Hachiman Shichiro, from the series... c. 1843/47. Creator: Ando Hiroshige
Asahina Saburo saves the Soga brothers from Hachiman Shichiro, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Soga brothers bid farewell to the summer grasses, from the series "Illustrated Tale... c. 1843/47
Soga brothers bid farewell to the summer grasses, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Hojo Tokimune and Soga no Juro Sukenari celebrate Goro's coming of age, from the... c. 1843/47
Hojo Tokimune and Soga no Juro Sukenari celebrate Goro's coming of age, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

Ichimanmaru (Soga no Juro) and Hakoomaru (Soga no Goro) with their mother, from the... c. 1843/47
Ichimanmaru (Soga no Juro) and Hakoomaru (Soga no Goro) with their mother, from the series "Illustrated Tale of the Soga Brothers (Soga monogatari zue)", c. 1843/47

The Actor Sawamura Sojuro I as Soga no Juro in the play "Tsuru Kame Osana Soga, "perfor... c. 1721
The Actor Sawamura Sojuro I as Soga no Juro in the play " Tsuru Kame Osana Soga, " performed at the Ichimura Theater in the first month, 1721 (?), c. 1721

The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II as Soga no Juro in the play "Hanabusa Bunshin Soga, " per... c. 1733
The Actor Ichikawa Danjuro II as Soga no Juro in the play "Hanabusa Bunshin Soga, " performed at the Ichimura Theater in the first month, 1733 (?), c. 1733

The Actors Ichikawa Ebizo II as Musashibo Benkei, Sakata Shintaro (?) as Soga no Goro, and... 1744
The Actors Ichikawa Ebizo II as Musashibo Benkei, Sakata Shintaro (?) as Soga no Goro, and Takigawa Kinya (?) as Soga no Juro in the play "Sazareishi Suehiro Genji

The Actors Kameya Jujiro I as Soga no Juro and Segawa Kikunojo I as Oiso no Tora in the pl... 1737
The Actors Kameya Jujiro I as Soga no Juro and Segawa Kikunojo I as Oiso no Tora in the play " Hatsu Hikage Maizuru Soga, " performed at the Nakamura Theater in the first month, 1737, 1737

The Actors Segawa Kikunojo III as the ghost of Yatsuhashi, Sawamura Sojuro III as Soga no... 1783
The Actors Segawa Kikunojo III as the ghost of Yatsuhashi, Sawamura Sojuro III as Soga no Juro, and Ichikawa Danjuro V as the ghost of Seigen, in the play "Sono Omokage Matsu ni Sakura

The Actors Ichikawa Yaozo III as Shiragiku, Ichikawa Danjuro V as the puppeteer Dekurokube... 1785
The Actors Ichikawa Yaozo III as Shiragiku, Ichikawa Danjuro V as the puppeteer Dekurokubei, and Sawamura Sojuro III as Soga no Juro, in the joruri "Shinobukoi Yanagi no Katsura Otoko

The Actors Sawamura Sojuro III as Soga no Juro, Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Oiso no Tora, Azuma... 1784
The Actors Sawamura Sojuro III as Soga no Juro, Osagawa Tsuneyo II as Oiso no Tora, Azuma Tozo III as Miura Katagai, and Otani Tokuji I as Danzaburo, in the joruri "Chidorigake Koi no Tamaboko

The Actors Tamazawa Saijiro I as Oiso no Tora and Ichimura Uzaemon VIII as Soga no Juro in... 1743
The Actors Tamazawa Saijiro I as Oiso no Tora and Ichimura Uzaemon VIII as Soga no Juro in the play " Haru wa Akebono Kuruwa Soga, " performed at the Ichimura Theater in the first month

The Actor Ogino Isaburo I in two roles, Tora and Soga no Juro, in the play "Juhakko Imayo... 1734
The Actor Ogino Isaburo I in two roles, Tora and Soga no Juro, in the play " Juhakko Imayo Soga, " performed at the Nakamura Theater in the first month, 1734, 1734

Sogano jA'rAc sukenari soga no gorAc tokimune tegoshi no sukuna, Actors in the roles of Soga no JA'rAc Sukenari, Soga no GorAc Tokimune, and Tegoshi no Tsukuna

Actors in the roles of Soga no Juro Sukenari, Soga no Goro Tokimune, and Tegoshi no Tsukuna. Print shows a scene from a Soga play, with the Soga brothers and a woman. Date between 1844 and 1848

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"Sukenari: The Legendary Soga no Juro in Kabuki Theatre" Kabuki, a traditional Japanese theatre form, has captivated audiences for centuries with its vibrant performances and rich storytelling. One of the most iconic characters in Kabuki history is Soga no Juro, a legendary figure from feudal Japan. Throughout the years, numerous actors have taken on this challenging role, bringing their own unique interpretations to the character. In 1721, Sawamura Sojuro I portrayed Soga no Juro in the play "Tsuru Kame Osana Soga, " showcasing his exceptional talent and skill. Torii Kiyotomo's artwork captures this momentous performance beautifully. Another renowned actor who left an indelible mark as Soga no Juro was Ichikawa Danjuro II. In 1733's "Hanabusa Bunshin Soga, " he mesmerized audiences with his powerful portrayal of the character. Torii Kiyonobu II's depiction immortalizes this unforgettable performance. The legacy continued with Ichikawa Danjuro II once again embodying Soga no Juro in "Hanabusa Bunshin Soga" in 1744 alongside Sakata Shintaro as Soga no Goro. This dynamic duo brought intensity and passion to their roles under Torii Kiyonobu II's masterful brushstrokes. In 1737's production featuring Kameya Jujiro I as Soga no Juro and Segawa Kikunojo I as Oiso no Tora, Torii Kiyonobu II captured a poignant scene that showcased both actors' incredible chemistry on stage. Fast forward to 1783 when Segawa Kikunojo III embodied the ghost of Yatsuhashi while Sawamura Sojuro III reprised his role as Soga no Juro. Their haunting performances were brilliantly depicted by Torii Kiyonaga.