Misemono
In today's world, Misemono has become a topic of general interest that crosses different areas of society. From its impact on the economy to its influence on popular culture, Misemono has captured the attention of experts and fans alike. In this article, we will explore the many facets of Misemono, analyzing its historical importance, its contemporary implications and its future projection. Through different perspectives and sources of information, we aim to shed light on this topic and provide the reader with a broad and versatile vision to understand its relevance today.
During the Edo period, misemono (見世物), "shows" or "exhibitions", were an important part of Japanese urban culture. Many of the shows were put on hurriedly and were characterized by their crudeness. The term misemono dates from the Edo period, although plausible forerunners of the performances appear earlier. Among the likely antecedents of Edo-period shows were benefit performances undertaken to raise funds for shrines or temples. The shows were unhampered by attempts to conform to a particular artistic tradition and thus provide a valuable index to evolving popular taste.
References
- Andrew Markus (December 1985), "The Carnival of Edo: Misemono Spectacles from Contemporary Accounts", Harvard Journal of Asiatic Studies, 45 (2): 499–541, doi:10.2307/2718971, JSTOR 2718971
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