能楽

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Traditional Japanese theatrical arts (including Noh and Kyogen), characterized by formalized movements and a long history.

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京都で能楽の公演を見た。

I saw a Noh performance in Kyoto.

能楽は長い歴史を持つ日本の伝統芸能だ。

Noh is a traditional Japanese performing art with a long history.

能楽の演目には幽玄を重んじるものが多い。

Many Noh plays place importance on yugen (subtle profundity).

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