The Actor Mimamsu Tokujiro I as Hayano Kampei, in Act Five of Kanadehon Chushingura (Treasury of the Forty-seven Loyal Retainers), Performed at the Nakamura Theater from the Eleventh Day of the Fifth Month, 1786 c. 1786

This ukiyo-e print, created by Katsukawa Shun'ei in 1786, depicts the renowned actor Mimamsu Tokujiro I in his role as Hayano Kampei in the popular kabuki play “Kanadehon Chushingura" (The Treasury of the Forty-seven Loyal Retainers). Tokujiro stands with a sword in his hand, framed by a background of straw. The detailed depiction of Tokujiro's costume and the dramatic pose reflect the vibrant and engaging nature of the kabuki theater. This print serves as a testament to the popularity of the actor and the play, capturing a pivotal moment in a performance that would have captivated audiences of the time.