About Nakamura Shikan VII
Lived 1928 – 2011 (aged 83). Nakamura Shikan VII was a Japanese kabuki actor and actor.
(March 11, 1928 – October 10, 2011) was a Japanese kabuki performer noted for his onnagata roles.
Biography His real name Nakamura Eijirô, in 1967 Nakamura became the seventh person to adopt the Nakamura Shikan name. In 1996 he became recognized as a Living National Treasures of Japan, and in 2006 he became a Person of Cultural Merit. Nakamura is a grandson of Nakamura Utaemon V.
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Who was Nakamura Shikan VII?
Kabuki actor (1928-2011)
When was Nakamura Shikan VII born?
Nakamura Shikan VII was born on 11 March 1928 in Tokyo.
When did Nakamura Shikan VII die?
Nakamura Shikan VII died on 10 October 2011 in Tokyo.
What was Nakamura Shikan VII's occupation?
Nakamura Shikan VII was a kabuki actor and actor.
What nationality was Nakamura Shikan VII?
Nakamura Shikan VII was Japanese.
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