(Written on October 4, 2024)
Thanks to your support, we have finished accepting applications for the KamakuraKomachian reading course scheduled for 2024. Thank you very much.
About this course
The KamakuraKomachian study hall is located about a 5-minute walk from Kamakura Station, down Komachi-dori. The reading course held at this venue is structured so that everyone reads aloud together and then listens to a performance This is not a course that teaches you how to sing or play the Heike biwa, but you may get to make some of the memorable phrases sound with everyone else.
I don’t understand the Tale of the Heike, the words seem difficult…that’s okay! The course will proceed slowly with hiragana text. In this course, we will study history! This course is not about learning history or mastering how to read! This is not a course to study history! Read the stories aloud. Don’t worry if you make mistakes. We will cherish the feelings we have when we hear the performance. We aim to offer such a relaxed course. This is a small class for all ages and genders, with a maximum of 6 people. One-person participation is welcome.
Click here to see the atmosphere of the reading class
Together we will read the Heike Monogatari “Chikubushimamoude”｜With audio｜KamakuraKomachian Event Report
https://morinorijapan.com/lectures/kamakura-komachian-eventreporte20240628
▼Audio only – Please be careful with the volume
9 minutes 38 seconds
The Tale of the Heike, Volume 7, “Chikubushimamoude”
Recorded: June 28, 2024
There are some parts that may be difficult to listen to due to the sound of the venue being left as it is. Please understand.
Original text
When Tsunemasa took the instrument and played it, the secret melody of the upper Jougen and Sekishou was so beautiful that it seemed to clear the palace, and the deity could not help but be moved. A white dragon appeared on Tsunemasa’s sleeve. Tsunemasa was so overwhelmed with gratitude that he could not hold back his tears of joy. For a while, he put down his biwa and continued to think to himself, “If only the gods of the land would grant my prayer, the clouds would part and reveal the true colors of the land.”
Hiragana
Tsunemasa korewototte hikitamouni shougen sekishounohikiyokuniha miyanouchimo sumiwatari makotoni omoshirokarikereba myoujinmo kannounitaizuyaoboshiken tsunemasano sodenoueni byakuryuugenjite mietamaeri
Tsunemasa amarinokatajikenasani yorokobinonanda sekiaetamawazu yayashibaraku onbiwawosashioite kouzoomoitsuzuketamou chihayaburu kaminiinorinokanaebaya shirukumoirono arawarenikeri.
Schedule for 2024
Friday, April 26th, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: The Tale of the Heike, Volume 11, “NasunoYoichi”
For more details, click here: Finished.
Friday, May 31st, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: The Tale of the Heike, Volume 11, “Yuminagashi”
For details, click here: Finished.
Friday, June 28th, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: The Tale of the Heike, Volume 7, “Chikubushimamoude”
For details, click here: Finished.
Friday, July 26th, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: The Tale of the Heike, Volume 9, “Atsumorisaigo”
For more details, click here: This event has finished.
We are closed in August
Friday, September 27th, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: Tale of the Heike, Volume 9, “Kisosaigo” (first part)
For more details, click here: Finished
Friday, October 25th, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: The Tale of the Heike, Volume 9, “Kisosaigo” (second half)
For more details, please see here: https://morinorijapan.com/lecture-and-performance/20241025
Friday, November 29th, 10:00 – 11:30
Content: Tale of the Heike, Volume 11, “Senteigojyusui”
For more details, please see here: https://morinorijapan.com/lecture-and-performance/20241129
We are closed in December.
[Application]
We apologize for the inconvenience, but please proceed to the application page from the details page for each date (applications have not yet opened for those that are scheduled to open soon). Please direct any inquiries to this address, as we do not accept applications at KamakuraKomachian.
[Price]
2,200 yen per session (tax included)
Payment is by credit card on the application page.
What to bring:
Writing utensils, drink
Contact
MAIL info@morinorijapan.com
Please note that we may not be able to respond to your inquiry depending on its content, or that it may take some time to respond.
Venue
2-6-16-2 Komachi, Kamakura City, Kanagawa Prefecture
5-minute walk from the West Exit of JR Yokosuka Line Kamakura Station
Kamakura Komachian
https://r.goope.jp/kamakurakomachi/
[Frequently Asked Questions]
Q: I don’t know anything about the Tale of the Heike. Is it okay to join?
A: Please join us. You are very welcome. You don’t understand the story, the language seems difficult… that’s okay! We will move slowly through the text in hiragana. This is a course, but it is not about studying history or mastering how to read. We will read the story aloud. Don’t worry if you make mistakes. This is the kind of relaxed course we aim to provide.
Q: Can I attend by myself?
A: Please do! There are no restrictions on age or gender.
Q: Can I attend just one class?
A: Yes, you can! Please do!
Since both the reading lecture and the performance will be in small groups, there may be times when there will be only one participant. Please be assured that we will give performances and lectures even if you are alone. If you are unsure about participating, you may find it easier to get a feel for the atmosphere by listening to the audio of the performance or blog post. We look forward to seeing everyone at both the small concert and the lecture.
Click here for a list of audio performances.
https://morinorijapan.com/tale-of-the-heike-sound-archive