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Bunraku

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Bunraku is a puppet show from Japan.

Bunraku doll in national theatre Osaka 2.JPG
Bunraku doll in national theatre Osaka 2.JPG
People use dolls to tell stories. Three people move each puppet together. A singer also tells the story with music.
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Man playing shamisen.jpg
It is a very special art. Do you like puppet shows?

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Bunraku doll in national theatre Osaka 2.JPG
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