"Anchin & Kiyohime's Tragic Love - The Legend of Dojoji in Dance and Shamisen

Journey into the ancient tale of Kiyohime and Anchin, a Heian-era legend from Kishu, Japan, often called the country's oldest tale of unrequited love and obsession. Betrayed by the monk Anchin, Kiyohime transforms into a great white serpent, relentlessly pursuing him to Dojoji Temple, where her burning rage leads to their tragic end. This video presents the legend through a blend of shamisen storytelling and traditional dance. Experience “The Curse of Kiyohime,” featuring shamisen narration by Seizan Ichikawa and dance by Yui Gonno, capturing the timeless themes of love and vengeance.
The Grudge of Kiyohime"
Shamisen talk Seizan Ichikawa
　Dance Gonno Yui
Photo from "Dojoji Picture Scroll" in the Digital Collections of the National Diet Library
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