Ichikawa Monnosuke Iii Collection

The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Kichisaburo, Temple Page of Kichijo-ji, in the Play... c. 1776. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Kichisaburo, Temple Page of Kichijo-ji, in the Play Sono Kyodai Fuji no Sugatami, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Second Month, 1776, Japan, c. 1776

The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Minamoto no Yorinobu in the Play Kikujido Shuen no... c. 1775. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Minamoto no Yorinobu in the Play Kikujido Shuen no Iwaya, Performed at the Morita Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1775, Japan, c. 1775

The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as the Ghost of the Renegade Monk Seigen in the Play... c. 1783. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as the Ghost of the Renegade Monk Seigen in the Play Edo no Hana Mimasu Soga, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Second Month, 1783, Japan, c. 1783

The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as the Court Servant Shoheida Sadamori in the Play... c. 1777. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as the Court Servant Shoheida Sadamori in the Play Masakado Kammuri no Hatsuyuki, Performed at the Nakamura Theater in the Eleventh Month, 1777, Japan, c. 1777

The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Soga no Goro Tokimune in the Play Haru wa Soga... c. 1772. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as Soga no Goro Tokimune in the Play Haru wa Soga Akebono-zoshi (?), Performed at the Nakamura Theater (?) in the First Month, 1772 (?), Japan, c. 1772

The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as the Courtesan Kewaizaka no Shosho in the Play Sono... c. 1776. Creator: Shunsho
The Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke II as the Courtesan Kewaizaka no Shosho in the Play Sono Kyodai Fuji no Sugatami, Performed at the Morita Theater in the First Month, 1776, Japan, c. 1776

Bando Mitsugoro II as Tennen no Mansaku-kitsune and Ichikawa Monnosuke III as Nikaido... 1778. Creator: Torii Kiyonaga
Bando Mitsugoro II as Tennen no Mansaku-kitsune and Ichikawa Monnosuke III as Nikaido Shinanonosuke and Iwai Hanshiro IV as Okura no Kojoro-kitsune in the scene from the drama Moto Mishi Yuki Sakae

The actors Ichikawa Danjuro VII as Kajiwara Genta Kagesue and Ichikawa Monnosuke III as... 1821
The actors Ichikawa Danjuro VII as Kajiwara Genta Kagesue and Ichikawa Monnosuke III as Umegae, 1821

Memorial Portrait of the Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke III, 1824. Creator: Utagawa Toyokuni I
Memorial Portrait of the Actor Ichikawa Monnosuke III, 1824

Memorial Portraits of the Actors Otani Baju II (right) and Ichikawa Monnosuke III (left), 1824

Ichikawa Monosuke III in the Role of the Otokodate Sukeroku, ca. 1786. Creator: Katsukawa Shunko
Ichikawa Monosuke III in the Role of the Otokodate Sukeroku, ca. 1786

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Ichikawa Monnosuke III was a renowned kabuki actor in Japan during the Edo period. Known for his powerful performances and dynamic stage presence, Monnosuke captivated audiences with his skillful portrayal of both male and female roles. His dedication to the art of kabuki earned him a loyal following and solidified his reputation as one of the greatest actors of his time. Monnosuke's versatility on stage allowed him to seamlessly transition between comedic and dramatic roles, showcasing his range as an actor. His expressive gestures, captivating voice, and meticulous attention to detail brought characters to life in a way that left audiences spellbound. Beyond his talent as an actor, Monnosuke was also known for his philanthropy and contributions to the arts community. He supported fellow actors and artists, helping to nurture new talent within the kabuki world. Today, Ichikawa Monnosuke III is remembered as a legend in Japanese theater history, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations of performers. His impact on kabuki remains unparalleled, cementing his status as one of the most influential figures in traditional Japanese performing arts.