Katsura Bunshi VI: Biography, Facts and Career
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Shizuya Kawamura (河村 靜也, Kawamura Shizuya), known by his stage name Katsura Bunshi VI (六代 桂 文枝, Rokudai Katsura Bunshi), is a Japanese TV presenter and rakugo artist. His former stage name was Katsura Sanshi (桂 三枝, Katsura Sanshi). Sanshi received this name from his shishô (master) and one of the celebrated postwar Kamigata Rakugo greats, Katsura Bunshi V (五代目 桂 文枝, Godaime Katsura Bunshi; 1930-2005). Sanshi's "san" came from, originally, being Bunshi's third deshi (pupil) and "shi" came from the second half of shishos stage name. Sanshi succeeded his shisho's stage name in 2012.
Quick facts about Katsura Bunshi VI
- Full name: Katsura Bunshi VI
- Born: 1943-07-16
- Nationality: Japan
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q1281916
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Who is Katsura Bunshi VI?
Shizuya Kawamura (河村 靜也, Kawamura Shizuya), known by his stage name Katsura Bunshi VI (六代 桂 文枝, Rokudai Katsura Bunshi), is a Japanese TV presenter and rakugo artist. His former stage name was Katsura Sanshi (桂 三枝, Katsura Sanshi).
What nationality is Katsura Bunshi VI?
Katsura Bunshi VI is Japan.
When was Katsura Bunshi VI born?
Katsura Bunshi VI was born on 1943-07-16.
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