Following the death of Mr. Kichiemon Nakamura, his son-in-law, Onoe Kikunosuke, responded to an interview in Tokyo.

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In this, Mr. Kikunosuke first cut out, "I would like to report that I wanted to send it at a relative's burial because it was a corona disaster."



And about the last time I met Mr. Yoshiemon, "I met on the 27th, the day before my death. I think I fell down on March 28 and really worked hard for 8 months. Takefather (wife's father) I would have wanted to be on the stage more, and I wanted to ask for more teaching from now on, but that wasn't enough. First of all, I'm sure Takefather wants to say that. I would like to thank all the fans who loved the play, and I would like to thank all of you again. And thank you to all the medical professionals who took care of me for 8 months. I'm sorry, "he bowed deeply.

The state of Mr. Yoshiemon

Mr. Kikunosuke revealed the situation of Mr. Kichiemon during the fight against illness as follows.



"I felt like I was thinking about something all the time. I suddenly collapsed, so I think I had a strong desire to work hard and recover. I had been fighting illness for eight months, but I'm doing my best. During that time, I think I was worried about my mother who had been taking care of her. Until now, Takefather came with only one play, so I couldn't spend much time with my mother. I think I was able to spend eight months with my mother slowly. "

Achievement of Mr. Yoshiemon

Mr. Kikunosuke also talked about the achievements of Mr. Kichiemon.



"Takefather used the art of the first Kichiemon to protect the play and devote himself to the play with all his heart. And he kept the teachings of his predecessors and made the crystals of blood, sweat and tears even better. He passed it on to future generations and evolved modern Kabuki. With that thought in mind, we would like to continue to study so that we can keep the teachings and pass them on to future generations. "

He was a kind grandfather to his grandchildren

According to Mr. Kikunosuke, Mr. Kichiemon was a kind grandfather for his three grandchildren, including his grandson Yunosuke.



"Usually, he is a strong, dignified and inaccessible father-in-law, but when it comes to his grandchildren, he still loves him. (Mr. Yoshiemon) loved Winnie the Pooh. When he was on holiday, he took him to Disneyland. He went to Pooh's attraction with his grandchildren, and he seemed to have a lot of fun. Yunosuke also said, "I want to go to the play with more" Jitatan "."

A very kind father who respects both others and himself

Kikunosuke also talked about the episode just before Kichiemon collapsed.



"I'm strict with others, but I'm also strict with myself, so I really lived in a disciplined manner except for the play. In March of this year, I was taught Akechi Mitsuhide, and after that. I was greeted by Chiaki Raku and said, "He did it well." At that time, it was two days before I collapsed, so I'm sure it was hard. He was worried about that and said, "I'll do my best because it's only two days until Chiakiraku." He said strongly. He was a very kind father who I respect. " Was transmitted.



When Mr. Yunosuke also reported the death of Mr. Kichiemon, he hugged Mr. Kikunosuke and seemed to have a gap in his heart.

"Example of art"

Regarding the existence of an actor named Kichiemon, he said, "It was really big. No matter how hard or difficult it may be, I will do my best to play. However, I received a lot of gentle words and polite teachings. "



On that basis, he spoke on behalf of Mr. Yoshiemon and called for the following.



"I think it was a great regret for Kichiemon that he couldn't thank all the fans because he suddenly collapsed. Everyone who took this opportunity to love Kichiemon's play, really Thank you. Don't forget about Takefather and Nakamura Kichiemon. "

Thank you to "Jitatan"

Kichiemon died on November 28, the same as his grandson Yunosuke's birthday.



Mr. Kikunosuke was not told about the death of Mr. Kichiemon on the spot, but he told him two days later.



He said, "Since" Jitan "died on the day of Yunosuke's birthday, I would like to thank him every year and pray. And I promised to have my birthday."



It is said that Mr. Kichiemon's sequel included letters written by his family, photographs of the stage, and pictures drawn by Mr. Yunosuke.