This photo provided by Shochiku shows Kabuki actor Danjuro Ichikawa, right, performing samurai for Kawagoe Taro in "Hoshiawase Jusandan" at the Kabukiza Theater in Tokyo, July 1, 2024. Danjuro Ichikawa is portraying 13 different roles, including a sushi chef, princess, samurai and even a fox, often switching characters within minutes, in his latest effort to make the traditional Japanese theater of Kabuki relevant to the masses. At left is Lady Shizuka, played by Nakamura Jakuemon. At center is Minamoto Yoshitsune, played by Nakamura Baigyoku. (Shochiku via AP)