The famous Kabuki actor Nakamura Shikan, also known as Nakamura Tamasuke, lived from 1778 to 1838. He was born into an acting family, but they wanted him to study medicine. Nonetheless, the lure of the stage proved too strong, and he went into the family business.
Nakamura Shikan was known for his rivalry with Bando Mitsugoro, another well-known Kabuki star. (These rivalries were often invented for entertainment purposes, rather than being the result of actual personal animosity between the actors.)
Nakamura Shikan was known for his rivalry with Bando Mitsugoro, another well-known Kabuki star. (These rivalries were often invented for entertainment purposes, rather than being the result of actual personal animosity between the actors.)