Daily Life
Take a look at how kids spend their time when not under the limelight.
The families and daily lives of three kid actors are introduced here. They talk about their interests outside of kabuki, and what their personal goals are.
Yohei's mother claims her son's personality changed after he began studying kabuki. "He used to be a really shy," she recalls. "But now he doesn't hesitate to say what's on his mind in front of other people. Performing on stage probably boosted his confidence."
Yohei, front row left, and his family in front of his house.
Yohei on his way to school with his best friend Tsutomu.
Yohei also plays the Chichibu daiko and is a member of the basketball team at school. He says his favorite school subject is science. A peek in his room reveals a large collection of stamps and coins, which he says he inherited from his father. He also likes collecting Pepsi bottle caps and manga.
A large collection of coins.
Yohei keeps his room clean and tidy.
Rehearsing the Chichibu daiko (fourth from right).