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      ORIGINAL CASTAs played at the Belasco Theatre
    • SAIGON, Prince of Tosan Charles Walcot
    • ZAKKURI, Minister of War George Arliss
    • KARA, outlaw prince and leader of the two-sword men Robert T. Haines
    • TONDA-TANJI, nephew of Zakkuri Albert Bruning
    • SIR YUKE-YUME, guest at the Feast of a Thousand Welcomes James W. Shaw
    • LORD CHI-CHI, guest at the Feast of a Thousand Welcomes Edward Talford
    • ADMIRAL TANO, guest at the Feast of a Thousand Welcomes Cooper Leonard
    • HASSEBE SOYEMON, guest at the Feast of a Thousand Welcomes Warren Milford
    • KATO, a fisher of carp J. Harry Benrimo
    • SHUSSHOÖ, Majordomo F. Andrews
    • INU, a Corean giant, Yo-San's slave Harrison Armstrong
    • YOBAN, watcher at the Prince of Tosan's Yashiki Carleton Webster
    • CRIER OF THE NIGHT HOURS David Lipman
    • KUGO, the gnarled-back; spy of Zakkuri Maurice Pike
    • SHIBA, teller of who comes and goes; spy of Zakkuri E. P. Wilks
    • MIGAKU, the shadow; spy of Zakkuri Rankin Duvall
    • KOJIN, gatherer of geisha tattle; spy of Zakkuri Morris Cook
    • ATO, watcher of watchers; spy of Zakkuri Joseph Tuohy
    • TCHO, spy of Zakkuri Winthrop Chamberlain
    • TARO, spy of Zakkuri John Dunton
    • MAN IN THE LANTERN Westropp Saunders
    • THE IMPERIAL MESSENGER F. A. Thomson
    • FIRST SECRETARY, in the War Office Legrand Howland
    • SECOND SECRETARY, in the War Office A. D. Richards
    • BANZA, priest of the band of Samurai; Kara's two-sword man Gaston Mervale
    • NAGOYA, Kara's two-sword man Albert Bruning
    • TORI, Kara's two-sword man Fred'k A. Thomson
    • KORIN, Kara's two-sword man Rankin Duvall
    • BENTO, Kara's two-sword man J. Harry Benrimo
    • KOSA, Kara's two-sword man Richard Warner
    • TAKORO, Kara's two-sword man John Dunton
    • KAYE, Kara's two-sword man James W. Shaw
    • NAGOJI, Kara's two-sword man A. D. Richards
    • JUTSU, Kara's two-sword man Dexter Smith
    • LITTLE SANO, son of Nagoya Madge West
    • CHIDORI, Tonda-Tanji's aunt Mrs. Charles Walcot
    • ROSY SKY, a dweller in "The City without Nights " Eleanor Moretti
    • SETSU, Yo-San's maid Ada Lewis
    • KAËDE, a teacher of manners Dorothy Revell
    • MADAME ASANI, the beautiful geisha of Red Maple Gardens ( with her troupe of geisha and the three little geisha apprentices ) France Hamilton
    • THE FOX WOMAN, who is said to "devour men's souls " Mrs. F. M. Bates
    • ISAMU, Chidori's maid May Montford
    • NIJI-ONNA, Rosy Sky's maia Helen Russell
    • NU, a singing girl Madeleine Livingston
    • YO-SAN, daughter of the Prince of Tosan Blanche Bates
    • Gentlemen of Rank: Messrs. Redmund, Stevens, Dunton, Smith, Meehan, Richards, Shaw, Chamberlain and Shaw.
    • Geisha Girls: Misses Winard, Karle, Vista, Mardell, Coleman and Ellis.
    • Singing Girls: Misses Livingston, Mirien and Earle.

Heralds from the Emperor, maids-in-waiting to the Princess, screen bearers, Kago men, coolies, retainers, runners, servants, geisha, musume, priests, lantern bearers, banner bearers, incense bearers, gong bearers, jugglers, acrobats, torturers, carp flyers, imperial soldiers and Zakkuri's musket-men.

The Japanese musical instruments on the stage are the biwa, samisen, koto, tsudzumi and fuye.

ACT I

FIRST SCENE: "The God in the Mountain."

SECOND SCENE: A look into the garden within the Yashiki of the Prince of Tosan. From sunset to dark.

"A Butterfly Catches a Butterfly."

THIRD SCENE: The great state hall during the night of "The Feast of a Thousand Welcomes."

"The Face in the Lantern's Light."

ACT II

FIRST SCENE: Kanzashi Forks at the Hour of the Ox. (Two o'clock.)

Within the Shadows of the Gates.

SECOND SCENE: The shoji of Yo-San among the moonflowers.

"Nothing ever changed since the days of the Gods,

Water flows the same, love goes the same."

ACT III

(Forty days later.) Behind the shoji of Yo-San's sanctuary.

"The Fate Hour."

ACT IV

(Later the same day.) The old sword-room — the cabinet of the Minister of War.

"Nothing for Nothing is Given Here."

ACT V

FIRST SCENE: The meeting place at the ruined shrine of the Goddess Kwannon.

"Dusk Hour of the Third Day."

SECOND SCENE: The Red Bamboo forest.

"The Tryst of Death."

INTERMEZZO

THIRD SCENE: A thousand years have passed. The Mountain of Sheide (between the heavens and the hells).

"The Brink of the River of Souls."

FOURTH SCENE: The First Celestial Heaven.

The action of the play takes place in Japan during the period of the "sword edict", when the Emperor took away the swords of the Samurai — the two-sword men.

The play deals with a band of ten patriots who refused to obey the edict and became outlawed.

The entire production under the personal supervision of Mr. Belasco.

Music under the direction of William Furst.

Scenery by Ernest Gros.

Stage decorations and accessories after designs by Wilfred Buckland.

Electricians, Louis Hartmann and Kliegl Brothers.

THE CAST
HIS MAJESTY'S THEATRE, LONDON

  • ZAKKURIMr. Tree
  • KARABasil Gill
  • SAIGONS. A. Cookson
  • TONDA-TANJICecil Rose
  • HASSEBE SOYEMONEric Leslie
  • SHUSSHOÖA. C. Grain
  • INULyn Harding
  • YOBANE. S. Stewart
  • CRIER OF THE NIGHT HOURSBerridge Fraser
  • KUGOFrederick Meers
  • SHIBARoy Cushing
  • MIGAKUJames Ford
  • KOJINKennerly Jones
  • ATOFrank Stanmore
  • TCHOJ. C. Taylor
  • TAROH. Brichta
  • MAN IN THE LANTERNStuart Grahame
  • KATOWilliam Haviland
  • THE IMPERIAL MESSENGERL. E. Hill
  • KIHEIJ. Wood
  • RIHACIAllen Jeffries
  • BANZAJ. Fisher White
  • NAGOYAK. T. Trotter
  • TORIG. R. Cockburn
  • KORINE. L. Deane
  • BENTOFrancis Chamier
  • LITTLE SANOMaster Clarence Williams
  • YO-SANLena Ashwell
  • SETSUDaisy Roche
  • CHIDORIMrs. Stanislaus Calhaem
  • MAIDHilda Grey
  • ROSY SKYMaud Hildyard
  • NIJI-ONNAMay Chafey
  • KAËDESidney Fairbrother
  • MADAM ASANIMimi St. Cyr
  • NUMiss Inescort

ACT I

At the closs of the overture, the curtains are drawn aside to show the sacred mountain in the far distance, and in the foreground, the great Buddha of Kamakura. This fades away into the

FIRST SCENE:

A glimpse of the gardens within the yashiki of the Prince of Tosan .

" A Butterfly catches a Butterfly ."

It is late afternoon, toward sunset. The shadows are long and dark; ht between them the sun is still bright. A beautiful garden with many flowers is seen stretching toward the back: trees, poppies, azaleas and plum-blossoms are faintly outlined. A curved bridge is thrown over a stream .

As the curtain rises, music is heard; it continues throughout this tableau, varying with the moods of Yo-San .

Setsu, Yo-San's maid, is kneeling, binding a bunch of blossoms to put into her basket .

Yo-San enters with an armful of flowers, looking about for more. She gives them to Setsu .

The last rays of the setting sun fall on a clump of azaleas from which a butterfly rises. Yo San watches it as it flies away and settles again. Then motioning to her maid to keep silent, she tip-toes into the red sunshine. As the butterfly rises again, she catches it and holds it in her closed hand .

As Setsu runs toward her, Yo-San opens her hand to set the butterfly free and finds that she has killed it. She is very sorry and, with the maid's help, tries in vain to make it fly — then blows it gently of her hand. It falls to the ground. As she looks at it, an ominous peal of thunder is faintly heard .

With a cry, she grasps Setsu in fright. As she stands in terror, the rumble is followed by another. Night comes on. In the distance the voice of Kaëde calls in a monotonous chant:

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 29 chars.

THE CURTAIN FALLS IN DARKNESS

SECOND SCENE:

Banquet room of the palace during "The Feast of a Thousand Welcomes ."

Music is heard from the interior of the palace. The scene is dark at first, then lanterns flicker here and there and dim shadowy forms of servants and lantern-bearers are seen .

Soft blue moonlight shows the courtyard gardens, stone steps, and part of the palace .

The scene is gradually illuminated during the preparations for "The Feast of a Thousand Welcomes ."

A table, in the form of a maple-leaf, is placed at the left. Kneeling-cushions and rice bowls are set about .

When the servants bearing lanterns have gone off, Kaëde, a prim woman, appears on the balcony .

KAËDE
( Calling ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 61 chars.

( Turns and goes off as Yo-San and Setsu steal on, carrying their sandals in their hands .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

YO-SAN
( Peeping about ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

SHUSSHOÖ
( Heard off, calling ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

SETSU
( Frightened ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

( They dart behind a large gong .)

( Shusshoö, the Majordomo, enters, followed by four servants bringing on the seat of honor to the center .)

SHUSSHOÖ.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars.

( Following his directions, cushions are placed for Kara, the guest of honor, also a lighted hibachi and an arm-rest. The servants bow to Shusshoö and disappear with him .)
YO-SAN
( Steps out from her hiding place, attracted by the music ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 30 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 47 chars.

( She follows Yo-San's example, however, and peeps .)
YO-SAN
( Looking off to the right ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 53 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 76 words in 10 sentences using 400 chars.

KAËDE
( Suddenly entering ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 144 chars.

YO-SAN
( In disgust ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

( Rosy Sky enters, singing. She carries a veil and is gaily dressed, to show her caste. She is followed by Niji-Onna .)
SETSU.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

YO-SAN
( Staring at Rosy Sky ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

KAËDE
( Wailing ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 71 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

( Rosy Sky is astonished .)
KAËDE.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

YO-SAN
( Aside to Kaëde ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 140 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

KAËDE
( Horrified ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ROSY SKY
( Simply ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 39 words in 4 sentences using 189 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 108 chars.

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

YO-SAN
( Stamps her foot ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 145 chars.

ROSY SKY
( Placidly ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 4 sentences using 51 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 78 words in 9 sentences using 404 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

YO-SAN
( Reflectively ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 115 chars.

( Places her arms round Rosy Sky's waist and squeezes her. Rosy Sky gives a little squeal .)
ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

ROSY SKY
( Painting the cheek Yo-San has kissed ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars.

YO-SAN
( Musing ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 86 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 38 words in 8 sentences using 188 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

SETSU
( Horrified ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 95 chars.

( Gives Rosy Sky money from the purse which she keeps in her sleeve .)
KAEDE
( Entering ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 70 chars.

ROSY SKY
( Her look changing to stolid hatred ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

( Setsu, taking Yo-San's cushion and veil, hastens off with Kaëde .)
YO-SAN
( In possession of Rosy Sky's kimono ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

( Singing Rosy Sky's song, she disappears .)
ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 84 chars.

( Followed by Niji-Onna, she goes off .)

( A pole-bearer and boy enter, taking their places on a platform .) The boy, climbing the pole, looks off to see who comes .)

( The Prince of Tosan, a man of noble type, his white hair worn in a queue, enters, preceded by Shusshoö who faces him, kowtowing obsequiously .)

SHUSSHOÖ.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 108 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

( Shusshoö kowtowing, rises, goes up to the foot of the steps where he kneels again as Zakkuri enters. Zakkuri is a crafty, Inscrutable man, with a cat-like mile. His black hair is worn in a queue .)
ZAKKURI
( Coming forward ).

Note: Contains 70 words in 6 sentences using 398 chars.

( He crosses and fills a pipe, kneeling by the hibachi .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 181 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Smiles ).

Note: Contains 64 words in 5 sentences using 357 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 130 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 46 words in 3 sentences using 245 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 38 words in 3 sentences using 201 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 37 words in 2 sentences using 175 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Aghast ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 138 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 56 words in 7 sentences using 292 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan turns his back as Kugo enters. He is a sharp-featured man of a low type, his body gnarled and spidery .)
KUGO
( Kowtowing to Zakkuri, breathlessly ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Savagely, with a half grunt, stamping his feet in anger ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

ZAKKURI
( With a cat-like smile, polishing his long finger nails ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 107 chars.

( Exit Kugo. Inu enters. He is a huge Corean slave who carries his sandals in his hand. He passes off .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Who has made a furtive sign to indicate Inu's presence ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Clapping hands, calls ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars.

( Ato kowtows and hastens away .)
KAËDE
( Enters, wearing her official dress ).

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 113 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Enters, singing, strumming upon an instrument. He is a young exquisite, a dandy of Japan. He kowtows to Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Turning, that they may admire his costume ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

KAËDE
( Off ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

( Inu enters and goes to the platform. Six screen girls appear, followed by Nu, carrying three beautiful gold screens, figured and transparent. Two girls are assigned to each screen. When opened, the screens make a private room for Yo-San. The girls kowtow to the ground as Yo-San enters in a state kimono glittering with gold embroidery, holding a fan between the men and herself with a great show of modesty. She is followed by Setsu, a fan bearer, Kaëde, and four waiting maids. Yo-San kowtows profoundly. Kaëde and other women kneel .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 20 chars.

( All kowtow to Yo-San .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

( Yo-san draws in her breath between her teeth, the maids following her example. As she approaches her father, she stands in the enclosure of screens .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.

( She makes a grimace at Setsu, but as she gently lowers her fan, she is once more the picture of Oriental modesty .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

YO-SAN
( Peeping over her fan, at her father ).

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan and Kaëde are shocked .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

( Her father grins with pleasure at her wit .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Sternly ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 47 words in 5 sentences using 230 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Very eagerly ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Apologetically ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Sternly to Kaëde ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

KAËDE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

( She lays her hand on her heart .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Mockingly ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

( During the following, Tonda-Tanji looks at Yo-San with greedy eyes .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Aside to Zakkuri, apologetically ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

( Zakkuri and the Prince kowtow .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 91 words in 6 sentences using 441 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 79 words in 9 sentences using 378 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.

( He glides toward her as he speaks .)
YO-SAN
( Retreating to her father ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 78 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

( Yo-San motions with her fan. Setsu places a cushion and retreats. Yo-San kneels on the cushion .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

ZAKKURI
( To Tonda-Tanji ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan stands dumbfounded .)
YO-SAN
( Simply ).

Note: Contains 42 words in 6 sentences using 202 chars.

( She rises .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Taking her hand gently, ht with authority ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Aside to Tonda-Tanji ).

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 130 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( To Yo-San, who is about to go ).

Note: Contains 31 words in 4 sentences using 155 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 123 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 5 sentences using 56 chars.

( She goes into the palace, followed by Inu and women .)

( Tonda-Tanji strolls off .)

( A carp flyer enters, bearing a paper fish on a string. He runs twice round the stage followed by a tumbler. During the entrance of the guests, the carp flyer goes up, gives his carp to a retainer — and joins the tumbler in acrobatic feats. When the guests are all present, the tumblers leave the scene. Four servants enter, carrying four lanterns .)

SHUSSHOÖ
( Entering ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

( The guests are Sir Yuke-Yume, Lord Chi-Chi, Admiral Tano, Hassebe Soyemon, and gentlemen of rank, twelve guests in all .

( Musume enter .)

HASSEBE SOYEMON.

Note: Contains 27 words in 1 sentence using 143 chars.

( All laugh cynically, some shake their heads .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

HASSEBE SOYEMON.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 106 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Angrily ).

Note: Contains 50 words in 2 sentences using 260 chars.

HASSEBE SOYEMON
( Frightened ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

( A bell begins to strike the hour of nine .)
YOBAN
( Calling off ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

( A slight pause, then five strokes an sounded .)
ZAKKURI
( Sure that his spies have killed Kara ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 82 chars.

( The Prince stands by his seat. All listen to the bell .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

( A trumpet sounds, Shusshoö goes off hastily .)

( Drums are heard at right .)

YOBAN
( Announcing off ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

( There is a hush of amazement. Four servants appear, strewing paper addresses of welcome .)
SHUSSHOÖ
( Announcing ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 80 chars.

( Kara enters. There is a murmur of admiration. Zakkuri's face is drawn in anger. Following the Prince of Tosan's example, guests breathe in sharply through their teeth, to express welcome, kowtowing. The musume bow abjectly. Kara for a moment eyes the guests whom he knows, to a man, to be his enemies; then, with a lordly salutation draws in his breath and greets his host. From under his short haori a bit of his shirt of old mail can be seen. A pair of swords curve down in his girdle at the left side: one sword is short, one is long ... they are splendidly carved and of beaten gold. As he comes toward his host he takes his two swords, holds them out to the Prince, who receives them. The Prince of Tosan hands the two swords to Shusshoö, who puts them in a sword-rack .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Politely ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Smiling serenely ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 110 chars.

KARA
( Indifferently ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Both kowtow politely .)

( Kugo, panting, comes on from the left to Zakkuri .)

KUGO
( Under his breath ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

( Kugo hastens off in pain .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Enters and speaks to Zakkuri, aside ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.

( Shusshoö strikes the big gong twice. Servants and musume prepare for the feast .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 152 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan drinks. His cup is then taken to Kara .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

( Kara drinks from his cup; then offers it with his left hand, trying to take his host's with his right. He drops his hand, a look of pain on his face .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Aside to Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Who receives Kara's cup from the musume who has filled it ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( To Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 112 chars.

KARA
( Who bites his lip in agony ).

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 135 chars.

( Both bow .)
YO-SAN
( Dressed as a veiled geisha, enters. No one notices her. She is followed by Inu, Kaëde, and Setsu, who are trying to drag her back ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 7 sentences using 67 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Aside to Tonda-Tanji ).

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 78 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Yo-San grows bolder, and, half-hidden behind Inu, peeks out at Kara .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 97 chars.

YO-SAN
( Draws back in fright ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

( They drink .)
YO-SAN
( Aside to Setsu who reaches for her ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

( Setsu and Kaëde disappear .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 75 words in 6 sentences using 403 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

( All, save Kara, bow .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 132 words in 14 sentences using 695 chars.

( He rises .)
YO-SAN
( Hidden on the balcony, sees him ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

KARA
( To the Prince of Tosan ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

( Shusshoö at a gesture from the Prince of Tosan returns the two swords, which Kara places in his girdle .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 19 words in 5 sentences using 115 chars.

( As the twelve beautiful geisha with lanterns flutter about Kara, Yo-San joins them .)
KARA
( Proudly, leaning on his sword to conceal his failing strength ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 38 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Insolently to Kara — only Yo-San, who kneels between them, overhearing ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 91 chars.

( Presents a cup which he has carried from the table .)
KARA
( Waving the cup away ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 64 chars.

KARA
( Taking a cup ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 28 words in 5 sentences using 163 chars.

( Zakkuri bows to Kara; Kara returns the bow. Tonda-Tanji hastens off, followed by his spies. All have left the stage save Yo-San and Kara .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

( The stage is almost in darkness. The only light comes from Yo-San's lantern and the moon. Kara glances about, then raises his sword on the defensive and starts to go. With a groan of pain he lets his long sword fall .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars.

( He tries to lift his small sword, but cannot .)
YO-SAN
( Realizing that he is about to kill himself, grasps his arm ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

KARA
( Seeing her face in the light of her lantern ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 51 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 52 chars.

( He drops the lantern which he has taken from her .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars.

( She bows .)
KARA
( Staggering ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

YO-SAN
( Pityingly ).

Note: Contains 27 words in 9 sentences using 150 chars.

KARA
( Sinking down ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 4 sentences using 29 chars.

INU
( With a guttural sound, he points to a curtain on which the shadow of Migaku is seen, a lantern in his hand. He is one of Zakkuri's spies ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 26 words in 6 sentences using 136 chars.

CURTAIN

ACT II

FIRST SCENE:

Kanzashi Forks at the hour of the ox ( two o'clock ). Within the shadows of the gates. A pass, showing a triangular point of rock which has been hewn out of the side of the hill to form cross roads .

On a rise of ground is a weather-beaten stone votive lantern, twelve feet high. A watcher stands inside, looking through the opening .

There is a heavy wood at back, in which a few flowers show, phantom-like, in the moonlight. As the scene comes into view, a far-off temple bell proclaims the hour of the ox .

As the curtain goes up, Kugo is kneeling, motionless, his spies stationed in various places. All appear to have been waiting for a long time. Tonda-Tanji is wearily sitting on a stone step .

SECOND RUNNER
( As the bell strikes the hour ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 32 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 27 words in 3 sentences using 139 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 27 words in 2 sentences using 145 chars.

FIRST RUNNER
( Heard off ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 22 words in 4 sentences using 107 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars.

TOHO.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

SECOND RUNNER
( Heard off ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

SECOND RUNNER
( Looking toward the left ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

VOICES OF THE SPIES.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

( All stand peering into the darkness .)
KUGO.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 22 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 49 chars.

( Zakkuri enters with a body-guard of four and a man carrying a lantern ).
ZAKKURI
( Looking at the group, coolly ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Fanning himself violently ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

THIRD RUNNER
( In the distance ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

( The flash of a lantern's light is seen off .)
MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Turning furiously upon Kugo ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Striking him down, kicking him ).

Note: Contains 34 words in 5 sentences using 172 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ZAKKURI
( To spies ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

( In an instant, the place is apparently deserted .)
MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 72 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

( Footsteps now heard off right, coming nearer and nearer, — then the heavy breathing of an exhausted man .)

( Migaku dashes on, raising his arms as though to shield his head. His arms an encased in armor, on which the blows of the spies are heard to ring .)

MIGAKU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

( He falls at Zakkuri's feet .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 30 chars.

MIGAKU.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

MIGAKU.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

MIGAKU.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

MIGAKU.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

ZAKKURI
( His face inscrutable in the moonlight ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

MAN IN THE LANTERN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 78 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 67 chars.

( As the spies surround Migaku, Zakkuri raises his hand in protest .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 5 sentences using 50 chars.

( When the lights go up again, we see

SECOND SCENE:

The house of Yo-San among the moon-flowers. The only lights are those burning faintly behind her shoji. A heavy bar, laid across a balustrade, makes the steps to her balcony inaccessible .

Wistaria and moon-flowers creep up to her shoji. A silvery moon shines on a lotus pond, crossed by a curved bridge .

Inu is seen curled up like a watch-dog on the foot of the steps. The shadow of Yo-San is outlined on the shoji which she cautiously opens, calling softly .

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 40 words in 4 sentences using 211 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 23 words in 6 sentences using 128 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

( Setsu hastens off .)
A WATCHMAN
( Entering ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

( He carries a lantern and a stick with a chain which he rattles. He crosses the bridge, his cry dying away in the distance .)

( Yo-San has shrunk back into the doorway as he passed .)

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 65 words in 7 sentences using 336 chars.

MIGAKU
( As he parts and stares through the shoji ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

( Yo-San sees Migaku. She knows that he has seen Kara .)

( As Migaku steals off the balcony, and runs up to the bridge, he is caught by Inu .)

INU.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

( He crouches beside Yo-San .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 35 words in 3 sentences using 186 chars.

( She retreats behind the shoji which she closes. Inu has taken his place on his mat as before .)

( Kugo, carrying a lantern, precedes Zakkuri, who has crossed the bridge, followed by Tonda-Tanji and the spies .)

ZAKKURI
( Taking the lantern from Kugo ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ZAKKURI
( To Kugo ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

( Kugo takes the lantern and goes off .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars.

( Setsu, within, sings softly to the samisen .)
SETSU.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars.

( Tonda-Tanji, attracted by the singing, goes toward the shoji and pauses — seeing Inu on the mat .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Aside to Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

SETSU
( Singing ).

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars.

KUGO
( Returning, throwing the light of his lantern on the ground ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 3 sentences using 154 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

KUGO
( Following a trail ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 55 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 20 chars.

INU.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

( Claps his hands as though to attract the attention of those behind the shoji. The music stops suddenly .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

( Setsu appears .)
SETSU.

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 130 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

( Disappears, frightened, behind the shoji .)
ZAKKURI
( To Kugo ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

( As Kugo throws down the bar, Inu darts to the bell which hangs in one corner of the balcony and rings it several times. Voices are heard .)

( Lantern bearers, attendants, torch bearers, and maids come running on .)

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 5 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN'S VOICE
( Off ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 6 sentences using 42 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan enters, followed by servants .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 23 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Seeing Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 37 words in 5 sentences using 201 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 71 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 168 chars.

( The Prince holds up his hand to stop Zakkuri. He motions the servants away. They disappear .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 67 words in 13 sentences using 373 chars.

ZAKKURI

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 86 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan gives away, and Zakkuri is about to enter, when Yo-San, in her loose night robe, her hair down and tangled about her face, appears on the balcony as though just awakened .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 145 chars.

( Inu holds up the body of Migaku from the pool .)
INU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

( The water drips from Migaku's face as Kugo throws the light on it .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN
( To Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 72 chars.

( Inu drops Migaku's body into the water .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 96 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

( All kowtow, save the Prince, who resents the insult .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 60 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( To Yo-San ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

( All kowtow .)
YO-SAN
( Who has motioned to Setsu to king incense ).

Note: Contains 44 words in 2 sentences using 212 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Stands looking at Zakkuri ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars.

( He goes, followed by Tonda-Tanji and his spies .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 58 chars.

( He disappears .)
YO-SAN
( Without moving, wiping the tears from her impassive face ).

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 57 chars.

CURTAIN

ACT III

Forty days later, behind the shoji of Yo-San's sanctuary .

"The Fate Hour."

SCENE: The room contains a shrine to Buddha in an alcove with kneeling-cushions and incense. In the Tokonoma and on the shrine are Kaimyo made of ivory containing Japanese lettering. A small breakfast table is centre and on it a teapot, bowls and chopsticks. Kneeling-cushions are right and left of it. The shoji are closed, the sunlight giving them a pink tinge .

Yo-San and Kara are at breakfast, sitting on the cushions on the floor. His arm is in a sling made of a large handkerchief. Yo-San, in an attitude of abandon, is reading a red book. Setsu, kneeling and bowing low, holds out a bowl and a pair of chopsticks. Inu, kneeling and bowing, holds out the teapot and a cup. Both have the air of being resigned to Yo-San's romance, but not approving of it .

YO-SAN
( Reading ).

Note: Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 159 chars.

SETSU
( Holding out a dish ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 49 words in 6 sentences using 259 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

SETSU
( Sniffs ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

INU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 204 chars.

( Bows to the floor .)
INU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 54 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 125 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 28 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 114 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

( In the distance, a song is heard to a stringed instrument. Kara and Yo-San speak through it .)

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 58 chars.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

Note: Contains 24 words in 8 sentences using 123 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 93 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 30 words in 2 sentences using 156 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars.

( Touches her hair .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 87 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

YO-SAN
( Motioning to Setsu ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 8 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 40 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 23 words in 1 sentence using 105 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 3 sentences using 54 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 40 words in 2 sentences using 200 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 126 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 21 words in 1 sentence using 109 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 31 words in 1 sentence using 162 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 103 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

SETSU
( Aghast ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 3 sentences using 77 chars.

YO-SAN
( Pulling back her kimono ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 18 words in 4 sentences using 88 chars.

( Inu enters, goes behind the screen and returns with Kara's swords .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

( Inu places Kara's swords on the writing-table and leaves the room .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 48 words in 4 sentences using 252 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 66 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 20 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 68 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 3 sentences using 74 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 32 words in 1 sentence using 138 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

KARA
( Calls ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

( Inu enters, gets the tray containing the knife, brush, inkstone, and parchment, and kneels before Kara, who, using his left hand, draws brushes over the inkstone and writes .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 60 words in 5 sentences using 314 chars.

YO-SAN
( Giving Kara the parchment ).

Note: Contains 33 words in 4 sentences using 179 chars.

( She opens the book in front of Kara as Inu clinks Kara's swords to attract his attention .)
KARA
( Holds out his hands for the swords ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

KARA
( Rising ).

Note: Contains 32 words in 6 sentences using 163 chars.

SETSU
( Aside to Yo-San ).

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

( She hands Yo-San a bit of parchment .)
YO-SAN
( Reading the name ).

Note: Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 141 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

YO-SAN
( Starts guiltily, hiding the paper behind her ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 23 words in 2 sentences using 98 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 68 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 46 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

YO-SAN
( Frightened ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

( Setsu gets a calendar .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars.

KARA
( Who has taken the tablet from Setsu — counting ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 21 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 88 words in 19 sentences using 440 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars.

SETSU
( Starts, coming forward ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

YO-SAN
( Pulls Setsu's dress to caution her to be silent ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

( Setsu leaves the room .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars.

( An arrow is shot through the paper shoji, a bit of parchment fastened to it. Yo-San gets it and puts it behind her .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 40 words in 7 sentences using 202 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 142 words in 20 sentences using 722 chars.

( Inu, with a look of satisfaction, gets Kara's mail .)
YO-SAN
( Clinging to his robe, grovelling ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 60 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 164 words in 17 sentences using 799 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 82 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 66 words in 13 sentences using 320 chars.

Note: Contains 44 words in 3 sentences using 249 chars.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

( Kara takes the swords, overjoyed, and leaves the room .)
SETSU
( Darting in through the partly opened shoji ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Heard outside ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

( He tosses lotus flowers through the shoji .)
SETSU.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 126 chars.

YO-SAN
( Taking Setsu's place near the half-closed shoji ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 75 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 37 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 35 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( In a soft insinuating voice ).

Note: Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Sings to the instrument he carries ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

KAGO MEN
( Off, in the distance ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

( He continues singing .)

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

SETSU.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 43 chars.

( Yo-San goes into the next room to warn Kara, and presently she enters, directing Setsu to arrange cushions for a visit. She then goes to a chest, picks up the arrow which Kara has thrown down, tosses it back of the screen. Taking a small piece of paper, she wipes her tears away, and darts into the alcove. As Setsu opens the shoji, the view discloses the veranda beyond the shoji and a balcony thick with moon-flowers. The Kago men are coming nearer. A runner is heard off, crying: "Way for the beautiful old one, Chidori" — and Chidori arrives, carried across the balcony in an old-style Kago. She is a white-headed, garrulous old woman with a drawn face, peering eyes, and an expressionless smile. While two Kago men hold her up, her fat old maid kneels to take off her sandals. All kowtow. Yo-San comes out from the recess in a kimono of state and bows to the floor .)
CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 22 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

( All bow. Setsu moves a small screen from the alcove so that Yo-San may sit and not be seen by Tonda-Tanji .)

( Inu has entered and stands between the shoji and the next room as though on guard .)

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.

( Sinks to her knees — kowtows. As Chidori sits, Yo-San sits. The Kago men squat out on the balcony, paying no attention to the conversation .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Aside to one of his retainers ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 113 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 41 chars.

( All bow .)
CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 49 words in 5 sentences using 269 chars.

MAID
( Bows twice to the floor, rubbing her hands in prayer, murmuring ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Outside, singing ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 18 words in 1 sentence using 91 chars.

( All kowtow .)
CHIDORI
( Annoyed ).

Note: Contains 24 words in 2 sentences using 111 chars.

YO-SAN
( Wearily and dutifully ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 79 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

( Setsu kowtows to the floor .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 132 chars.

YO-SAN
( Aside to Setsu behind her ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 51 words in 5 sentences using 249 chars.

TONDA-TANJI

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 22 words in 6 sentences using 122 chars.

CRIER.

Note: Contains 24 words in 4 sentences using 129 chars.

( All bow .)

( The Crier's voice dies away in the distance .)

YO-SAN
( Impassively ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 45 words in 4 sentences using 243 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 57 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 26 words in 3 sentences using 125 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 58 words in 4 sentences using 317 chars.

YO-SAN
( Placidly smiling ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

CHIDORI.

Note: Contains 40 words in 10 sentences using 219 chars.

( She is carried off, murmuring "Kitsu, kitsu, kitsu." )

( Yo-San points to the shoji. Inu runs up to close it .)

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 52 chars.

( Kara, wearing his mail and helmet, carrying his two swords, enters .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Stepping into the space before Inu can close the shoji, but too polite to look into a lady's room ).

Note: Contains 32 words in 2 sentences using 154 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 62 chars.

( Disappears. Inu closes the shoji .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

KARA
( Taking Yo-San in his arms ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 26 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

( He starts to go .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 33 words in 6 sentences using 164 chars.

( Yo-San helplessly wipes the tears away with the sleeve of her kimono .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 59 words in 12 sentences using 325 chars.

KARA
( Who has tucked the sleeves of his kimono out of the way and mechanically felt the edge of his sword ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 53 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN
( To Yo-San ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

( Kowtows .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN
( Dragging her to the shrine ).

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

( As she holds the Kaimyo in her arms, he strikes her down and raises the sword over her .)
KARA
( Cutting down the sword in the Prince's hand ).

Note: Contains 55 words in 5 sentences using 266 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 24 words in 5 sentences using 124 chars.

( The Prince has attacked Kara, who parries his mad thrusts, refusing to fight. Shouts are heard outside. Drums .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

( He stands undefended before the Prince. At the sound of the drums, the Prince pauses .)
VOICE OF THE CRIER
( Outside ).

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 117 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan goes to the shoji and, throwing them open, raises his arm commandingly .)
PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 3 sentences using 15 chars.

( Hands him his sword .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

PRINCE OF TOSAN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

( The Prince of Tosan leaves the room .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 103 chars.

( He steps quietly out of her arms, leaving them outstretched and empty .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 5 sentences using 47 chars.

( Kara disappears. Setsu closes the shoji. Outside, cries and sounds indicate Kara's desperate fight against clubs and missiles. Yo-San runs to the shoji and, with a thrust of her fist, makes a hole in it, then sinks down, dishevelling her hair, tearing her kimono .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Heard outside ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 6 sentences using 66 chars.

YO-SAN
( Picking up the sleeve, throws it out, screaming ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars.

( She falls to the floor, lying motionless .)
CURTAIN

ACT IV

The old sword room: the cabinet of the Minister of War .

Later in the same day .

"Nothing for nothing is given here."

SCENE: A large room with lacquered walls and ceiling; dark, yet livid in aspect. The floor is lacquered in black. A large double door at back is reached by a flight of four or five steps. A splendid corridor lies beyond the door. There is a large window in the corridor, sashed and filled, shoji-like, with translucent decorated paper. There are several doors in the cabinet — one leading to Zakkuri's apartments. Zakkuri's desk is placed on a platform at the left of the room. A trapdoor is set in this platform; when opened, it enables Zakkuri to see what is going on below. Two desks for the Secretaries stand behind Zakkuri's; they contain inktones, brushes, and scrolls. Down right is a large, thick trapdoor. A massive figure of Ojin Tenno, the war god, is at the right of the room, a number of swords and standards ( taken from the Samurai ) piled at its feet; incense in vases and bowls of rice are added to the offerings .

Zakkuri is discovered, standing; a large candle shines from over his left shoulder on his desk and papers. Four spies are sitting at the back, in a horizontal line. Two runners sit up near the door at left with the characteristic handkerchiefs around their heads .

Ato is seated behind the war god, unseen by the others. The First Secretary is writing. The Second Secretary is kowtowing low before Zakkuri, holding out a scroll for his approval and signature. Zakkuri is the picture of serene satisfaction as he reads the scroll .

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

GOTO
( In the doorway ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 42 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

GOTO.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 15 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 247 chars.

SECOND RUNNER.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 102 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

SECOND RUNNER.

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 92 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 157 words in 19 sentences using 854 chars.

KUGO
( From below ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 55 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 83 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 19 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 8 words in 4 sentences using 45 chars.

( Tonda-Tanji, gaily dressed, enters singing .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

TONDA-TANJI
( Kowtows ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 1 sentence using 98 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 90 words in 12 sentences using 494 chars.

( Military music is still heard as Zakkuri's enemy returns .)
SHIBA
( Entering hurriedly, bows ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

SHIBA.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 115 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

( Shiba goes .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 19 words in 2 sentences using 104 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 23 words in 5 sentences using 133 chars.

( Tcho and Goto, who have run in, now hasten away .)
TONDA-TANJI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 51 chars.

( The Second Runner enters, followed by spies, runners and Taro — the latter a rough-looking man, travel-stained .)
SECOND RUNNER.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

SPIES AND RUNNERS.

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 38 chars.

TARO
( Comes forward, bowing ).

Note: Contains 24 words in 3 sentences using 108 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

TARO.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

( Tcho enters, falls prostrate .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 23 words in 7 sentences using 135 chars.

( Tcho opens a door. Kara enters, brought in by two half-naked) tattooed coolies. Zakkuri bows to Kara with profound ceremony and motions to the coolies to let their captive go free .)
SPIES
( Murmuring at the sight of Kara ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 28 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

( He is assisted to rise by his two Secretaries .)
TONDA-TANJI
( Aside to Kara ).

Note: Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 96 chars.

( He leaves the room .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 25 words in 5 sentences using 128 chars.

TARO
( At the door ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

( Kato enters, brought forward by Taro. He is a simple, sunburned fisherman, very much frightened. He carries an oar over his shoulder and on it hangs a basket of silver carp .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

( Kato comes down, bowing to Zakkuri; sees Kara's face, drops his oar and basket and falls to his knees in front of Kara .)
KATO.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 2 sentences using 63 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 74 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 32 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 60 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 31 chars.

KATO
( After looking at Kara ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 22 words in 3 sentences using 113 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 147 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 37 words in 7 sentences using 181 chars.

KATO
( With simple amazement ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 63 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 54 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 101 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 68 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 35 words in 4 sentences using 194 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 14 words in 1 sentence using 81 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 41 words in 3 sentences using 216 chars.

KATO
( In a paroxysm of fear ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 4 words in 6 sentences using 37 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 20 words in 4 sentences using 113 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

( He takes a step toward Zakkuri, then kneels .)
KARA
( Turns before the men can stop him ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 16 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 32 words in 4 sentences using 158 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 93 chars.

( Two coolies approach Kato .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

KARA
( Still kneeling ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

KATO.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

( He is taken down .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

( Kato is now out of sight, but the faint call of "Niji" is heard .)

( Kara is pushed back. The trap is closed suddenly .)

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 45 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

( Picks up a sword from a rack and turns like a flash against Zakkuri. Instantly, a glare of light pours out from the doorway at left, dazzling Kara who puts his hands to his eyes, staggering, blinded for an instant. He drops his sword .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

( Zakkuri motions and the light on Kara disappears .)
ZAKKURI
( Calling through the little trapdoor ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

KUGO
( Below ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

KUGO.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

KARA
( Kneeling ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

ZAKKURI
( For the first time losing his composure ).

Note: Contains 57 words in 4 sentences using 313 chars.

KOJIN
( Enters, smiling. He kneels ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 5 sentences using 66 chars.

( Kojin and attendants bring in lanterns, wine, and smoking materials .)

( Ato enters with a bowl of steaming rice and incense, placing them in front of the war god. Four singing girls and six geisha enter to music with Asani .)

MME. ASANI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 61 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 187 chars.

( Asani claps her fan and three geisha children enter and sit down, their backs to the footlights .)
ASANI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 80 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 27 chars.

ASANI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

( At the tapping of the drums, the geisha at back divest themselves of the first kimonos; appearing in more gorgeous attire, they break into the "blowing blossom" dance. The drums are tapped by the three little geisha apprentices. Asani playfully throws cherry blossoms at Zakkuri .)
GEISHA
( Singing ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 74 chars.

ASANI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 37 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

ASANI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

ASANI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 33 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

ATO
( Entering ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 35 chars.

( All stop dancing .)

( The geisha, frightened, run off .)

( Asani hesitates, looks at Zakkuri .)

ASANI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Sharply ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

ATO.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Goes to his private room. Ato quickly sits on the doorstep at back. There is a slight pause. The great door opens slowly. Yo-San enters. She wears a cloak over a kimono .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

ATO.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 55 chars.

( Closes the door and goes to announce Yo-San .)
YO-SAN
( Gazing in fear at the war god ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 19 chars.

( Rosy Sky now wears very faded finery, bedraggled, shabby .)
ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 90 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 146 words in 10 sentences using 712 chars.

YO-SAN
( Wiping a tear away with her finger tip ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 67 words in 12 sentences using 362 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Entering in state costume, attended by Ato and two Secretaries, sees Rosy Sky. He gives her a withering glance ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 8 chars.

ATO
( Seizing Rosy Sky by the shoulder, in a low voice ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Calling off ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

ATO
( To Rosy Sky, obsequiously ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ROSY SKY.

Note: Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 42 chars.

( She starts to run to the door, but finds it guarded .)
ATO
( Catching her kimono, drags her in another direction ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 44 words in 8 sentences using 256 chars.

( She sits at one side of the table. Zakkuri crosses one leg and, resting his hands on the shoulders of two attendants, sits on the other side of the table. As the attendants disappear, there is a muffled shriek from Rosy Sky .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

YO-SAN
( Pointing ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 29 words in 3 sentences using 171 chars.

( He starts to remove her cloak .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

( As Yo-San grasps her cloak, he deliberately drags it, hand over hand, to his side of the table .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 18 words in 2 sentences using 101 chars.

( Yo-San mechanically touches her lips to it .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 18 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 104 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 151 words in 17 sentences using 759 chars.

( She kowtows to the floor .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 17 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 73 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 13 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 92 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 10 words in 2 sentences using 67 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 19 words in 4 sentences using 111 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 71 words in 11 sentences using 398 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 2 sentences using 66 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 24 words in 1 sentence using 117 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Sending up a cloud of smoke ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 77 chars.

( Sets the cup in her hand .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 26 words in 5 sentences using 128 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 31 words in 5 sentences using 167 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

( He strokes her hand with his finger tips .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 86 words in 14 sentences using 457 chars.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 67 chars.

( With a sob, she breaks down on his shoulder. He holds her to him .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 84 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 20 words in 7 sentences using 110 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Chuckling ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

YO-SAN
( Pushing him away violently ).

Note: Contains 105 words in 13 sentences using 564 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Claps his hands with an air of indifference ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 39 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

( Yo-San turns slowly; looks at Zakkuri who is now behind his desk. He strikes the gong in dismissal .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 46 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 48 words in 5 sentences using 255 chars.

( Kugo goes, kowtowing. Yo-San stands a moment in deep trouble. Then puts two little round rings of Asani's paint on her cheeks and, step by step, moves toward Zakkuri's desk and slowly turns her obi round .)
ZAKKURI
( Observing Yo-San's preparations ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Rises, bowing ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

( About to touch her hand .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 44 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

YO-SAN
( Pointing ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 26 words in 2 sentences using 119 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 78 words in 11 sentences using 396 chars.

( His face shows his eagerness to have them .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 3 sentences using 48 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 43 words in 8 sentences using 217 chars.

( He lies prone on the floor. Ato retreats off as the big doors open wide and four heralds enter, preceding the Imperial Messenger who bears a scroll. The First Herald carries an arrow. The Imperial Messenger stands without salutation, touches the scroll bearing a message to his forehead, then holds it out .)
FIRST HERALD
( Holding up the arrow ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 56 chars.

HERALDS
( In unison ).

Note: Contains 13 words in 3 sentences using 82 chars.

( Zakkuri crawls on his knees to the Messenger and, with every show of fear, touches the message devoutly to his forehead .)
MESSENGER
( Reading from the imperial scroll ).

Note: Contains 39 words in 2 sentences using 214 chars.

YO-SAN
( Comprehending Zakkuri's treachery to her ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

FIRST HERALD.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 42 chars.

MESSENGER.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

MESSENGER.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 74 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

HERALDS
( In unison ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

( Zakkuri lies prone as the cortege moves off amid a fanfare. Ato closes the door. Zakkuri rises, and throws himself upon Ojin Tenno, abjectly fawning .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 38 words in 4 sentences using 185 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 14 words in 4 sentences using 72 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 84 words in 8 sentences using 405 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 71 words in 7 sentences using 345 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 46 words in 6 sentences using 216 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Strikes the gong and presently calls ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

( The doors open and Zakkuri's henchmen appear from various directions. Geisha peep in giggling. The music of the "Unblessed Dead" is played. Four guards, accompanied by the bearer of a death edict, enter. They are followed by two half-naked coolies who guard Kara. Kara is very pale, his eyes are bandaged .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

ZAKKURI
( To the geisha ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

( The coolies bring Kara to Zakkuri. The music sinks to a low tapping of death's-head drums and the occasional clang of a gong. Yo-San sinks down until she is sitting on the floor, her feet crossed, her head bowed. All, me the two coolies, go into the corridor. Zakkuri takes the handkerchief from Kara's eyes. Kara stares straight ahead into space, as though he saw all in a dream .)
YO-SAN

Note: Contains 41 words in 7 sentences using 205 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 21 words in 4 sentences using 116 chars.

( As he makes a gesture, the coolies take Kara down the stairs, his feet guided by them. The trapdoor is left open .)
YO-SAN
( On her knees ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

( Zakkuri raises his hand .)
KUGO
( Below, calls ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Zakkuri bows .)

( It is evident that Kara is being tormented below, each time "In the name of the Emperor" is spoken )

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 25 words in 4 sentences using 121 chars.

KUGO
( Below ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

( Zakkuri bows .)
ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 73 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

KUGO
( Below ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Bowing ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

YO-SAN
( Aghast at what she sees ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

ZAKKURI
( Calls ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 15 words in 4 sentences using 80 chars.

( Zakkuri takes the parchment .)
KUGO
( Below ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ZAKKURI.

Note: Contains 12 words in 3 sentences using 66 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 34 chars.

CURTAIN

ACT V

FIRST SCENE:

The meeting-place at the ruined shrine of the Goddess Kwannon .

Dusk hour of the third day .

The shrine is at the foot of a steep mountain rising at the back. A long flight of stone steps leads down to the shrine; halfway up these steps is a rock landing, which leads to the Bamboo Forest. Kwannon, the Goddess of Mercy, stands with her ruined arms outstretched downward in benediction. A tori spans the centre of the scene and on it is the Japanese inscription: "Mercy to all who pass." A small fire is flickering under the tori. The ruins of a temple are seen at the left. Sunset is deepening to dusk .

As the curtain rises, Bento, wearing mail, is doing sentinel duty, looking off to the right. Halfway down the steps at the landing stands Nagoya, also in mail. He is looking off to the left. Nine men are present. All are waiting for Banza. Every man wears two swords .

Kara, tired and spent, is gazing into the fire abstractedly.

TORI.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 11 words in 1 sentence using 49 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 43 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 20 words in 3 sentences using 101 chars.

( The mournful cry of the Chida bird is heard .)
BENTO.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 4 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

KARA
( Half to himself ).

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 81 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 20 chars.

( Two Fox Men enter, jump down the steps and sit playing on reeds. The Fox Woman appears, carrying a long staff — a mall lighted lantern attached to it. Her clothing is shrunken by rain and stained by contact with the earth .)
FOX WOMAN
( Bowing with profound respect ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

( She lights a paper .)
NAGOYA
( Seeing that she brings a gift ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

FOX WOMAN.

Note: Contains 34 words in 4 sentences using 184 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 27 chars.

FOX WOMAN.

Note: Contains 18 words in 5 sentences using 110 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 29 chars.

( He lays the carp in a basket .)
BENTO
( Who has gone to a higher level ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

FOX WOMAN.

Note: Contains 16 words in 3 sentences using 76 chars.

BENTO
( Goes off ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars.

NAGOYA
( Echoing Bento's laughter as he disappears ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 7 chars.

FOX WOMAN.

Note: Contains 43 words in 3 sentences using 246 chars.

TORI
( The only one impressed — to the others ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

BENTO
( Returning ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

NAGOYA
( Returning ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

FOX WOMAN.

Note: Contains 28 words in 4 sentences using 167 chars.

( The wind comes up .)
NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

FOX WOMAN
( As the wind dies down, still addressing the spirits ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

( She passes off into the darkness, softly wailing, followed by the Fox Men .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

( Banza enters. He is old, patriarchal, his face heavy with thought. His armor is worn over a priest's robe; mail is seen under his long flowing sleeves. He is holding the hand of little Sano, who carries two small swords in his belt .)
SANO
( Running to Nagoya ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

BANZA
( Advancing, lays his hand on Kara's shoulder ).

Note: Contains 51 words in 6 sentences using 285 chars.

ALL
( Murmuring ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 36 chars.

( All bow very low; Sano strikes the cymbals .)
KARA
( Suddenly rising ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 3 chars.

BANZA
( Stretching out his arm toward Kara in protection and unspeakable love ).

Note: Contains 37 words in 3 sentences using 183 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 28 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 23 words in 3 sentences using 109 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 24 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 42 words in 4 sentences using 223 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 38 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 21 words in 3 sentences using 91 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 25 words in 2 sentences using 126 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 48 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 39 words in 3 sentences using 208 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 77 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

KORIN AND BENTO
( Protesting ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 7 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

BENTO.

Note: Contains 19 words in 3 sentences using 92 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

( Little Sano, attracted by the fireflies, has gone halfway up the steps and now, turning at the sound of their angry voices, sits folding his hands, looking down upon them with childish curiosity .)
NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 154 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 9 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 30 words in 4 sentences using 140 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 20 words in 2 sentences using 83 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 18 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

ALL
( Save Banza ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 2 sentences using 17 chars.

( Kara gives his swords to Banza, turns, falls on the rock, overcome .)
ALL
( Echoing Nagoya ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 69 words in 3 sentences using 359 chars.

TORI
( Sternly ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 43 words in 4 sentences using 239 chars.

( Unseen by the Samurai, Yo-San appears above, coming slowly down the steps .)
SAMURAI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 14 chars.

( All kneel as though asking Kara' s pardon .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

LITTLE SANO.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 31 chars.

( Nagoya turns to look. Yo-San, tired and foot-sore, pauses on the step .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

( She comes down slowly. Sano goes to her, gives her his hands, helping her. Banza meets her and brings her forward .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

KARA
( As she falls in his arms with a weary wail ).

Note: Contains 34 words in 7 sentences using 168 chars.

( He lays her on a fur skin on the ground and stands over her .)
LITTLE SANO.

Note: Contains 13 words in 1 sentence using 69 chars.

( Goes up with his samisen and, sitting on the steps, plays .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 31 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 17 words in 3 sentences using 84 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 16 chars.

( Yo-San looks at him strangely, then, yielding to exhaustion, she murmurs "too late" and, lying down again, presently falls asleep. Kara puts her cloak over her. Banza, who has approached Yo-San and heard her say "too late," is troubled, perplexed .)
SANO
( Singing ).

Note: Contains 28 words in 2 sentences using 146 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

TORI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

( He goes off to the left .)
BENTO.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

( He goes up the steps .)
KORIN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 6 chars.

( He goes up to the right .)
BANZA
( To the others ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 2 sentences using 41 chars.

( The men pass into the ruined temple .)
NAGOYA
( To Sano ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

SANO
( On the steps ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 37 chars.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 59 chars.

( The dull whirr of a shot is heard, a string snaps, the samisen falls out of the boy's hands, he rolls gently down three steps and lies dead .)
BANZA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

( He rushes forward and kings Sano down, laying him by the fire .)
BENTO
( Comes down ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 23 chars.

TORI
( Backing on ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 10 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 39 chars.

( Bento, Tori, and Korin rush off .)
BANZA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

KARA
( At temple door — calling. He is the leader now ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 4 sentences using 36 chars.

NAGOYA
( Frantically ).

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 33 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 13 words in 4 sentences using 74 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 25 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 7 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 15 words in 1 sentence using 75 chars.

KARA
( Struck ).

Note: Contains 11 words in 4 sentences using 65 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 5 sentences using 29 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 17 words in 4 sentences using 84 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 11 words in 3 sentences using 56 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 22 chars.

TORI
( Backing in from the left ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 29 chars.

BENTO
( Coming on from the turning of the steps at right ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 35 chars.

KORIN
( Returning ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 26 chars.

KARA
( Drawing his sword, facing them ).

Note: Contains 6 words in 2 sentences using 36 chars.

BENTO.

Note: Contains 12 words in 2 sentences using 61 chars.

( Runs up the steps followed by Tori .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

( Every sword is drawn .)

( As Bento reaches the top of the steps to see if the way is clear, he is shot down .)

TORI.

Note: Contains 4 words in 5 sentences using 46 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 47 chars.

NAGOYA
( Who has appeared in the temple door, his face ghastly pale, his sleeve rolled up, a sword in his hand .)

Note: Contains 7 words in 1 sentence using 34 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 14 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 2 sentences using 48 chars.

( Striking himself in grief .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

( Drags herself to Kara, takes out a sword which she gives to him, opens her kimono, bares her throat and waits to be killed .)
BANZA.

Note: Contains 69 words in 7 sentences using 362 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 15 words in 2 sentences using 69 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 26 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 7 words in 2 sentences using 43 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 30 chars.

BANZA
( Opening his scroll of rites — Nagoya holding the torch that she may see to read ).

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 40 chars.

YO-SAN
( Reading ).

Note: Contains 16 words in 1 sentence using 89 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 5 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 21 words in 2 sentences using 122 chars.

( All drop to their knees with a faint murmur of horror .)
BANZA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 2 sentences using 23 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 23 words in 4 sentences using 120 chars.

( Wailing, she falls to the ground .)
ZAKKURI'S VOICE
( At a little distance ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 1 sentence using 8 chars.

YO-SAN
( Calling out ).

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 19 chars.

BANZA
( In a low voice ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 12 chars.

ZAKKURI'S VOICE.

Note: Contains 7 words in 3 sentences using 39 chars.

KARA
( Raising his voice so that Zakkuri will hear ).

Note: Contains 10 words in 1 sentence using 50 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 27 words in 4 sentences using 141 chars.

BANZA.

Note: Contains 9 words in 1 sentence using 45 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

ALL.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 17 chars.

( They kneel preparing for battle, putting on their helmets .)
YO-SAN
( Going to the steps ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

ZAKKURI'S VOICE.

Note: Contains 8 words in 1 sentence using 44 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 44 words in 4 sentences using 231 chars.

( All salute and, with the exception of Banza, file past Kara with drawn swords. They form a line up the steps, waiting for Kara to lead them .)
YO-SAN
( Grasping Kara's cloak ).

Note: Contains 2 words in 2 sentences using 15 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 1 sentence using 18 chars.

( He goes forward with Banza, all following .)
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 2 words in 3 sentences using 18 chars.

( She falls on the steps and lies in the darkness as the last battle of the Samurai is fought .)
CURTAIN

SECOND SCENE:

The Red Bamboo Forest. The tryst of death. The light of the red and full moon illuminates a grove of bamboo trees riven and burnt by lightning. The scarred spikes of bamboo stand up like javelins .

Kara appears, spent, breathless, everything about him bespeaking desperate combat. He throws his armor on the ground. He pauses — recovers his breath and, putting his sword on the earth, steadies himself with it .

KARA
( Calling ).

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 12 chars.

NAGOYA'S VOICE
( From the right, faintly ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 11 chars.

KORIN'S VOICE
( From the left ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 10 chars.

TORI
( From the left ).

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 9 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 2 sentences using 24 chars.

TORI'S VOICE.

Note: Contains 3 words in 1 sentence using 13 chars.

NAGOYA'S VOICE
( Faintly ).

Note: Contains 5 words in 1 sentence using 21 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 16 words in 2 sentences using 71 chars.

( He puts his sword to his forehead .)
NAGOYA.

Note: Contains 4 words in 4 sentences using 35 chars.

( The sound of a body in armor is heard to fall .)
KARA.

Note: Contains 8 words in 3 sentences using 46 chars.

( He looks into the air as though he could feel the soul in its flight .)
TORI.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

KORIN.

Note: Contains 1 word in 2 sentences using 13 chars.

KARA
( Immovable ).

Note: Contains 9 words in 6 sentences using 56 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 25 words in 6 sentences using 127 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 2 words in 1 sentence using 11 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 26 words in 1 sentence using 111 chars.

KARA.

Note: Contains 5 words in 3 sentences using 32 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 78 words in 7 sentences using 397 chars.

KARA
( Making a wound with his short sword, then holding out his arm ).

Note: Contains 16 words in 5 sentences using 91 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 6 words in 1 sentence using 25 chars.

KARA
( Lying in her arms, his face upturned ).

Note: Contains 15 words in 5 sentences using 89 chars.

YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 31 words in 6 sentences using 170 chars.

( She touches the hilt of her knife — raises it, looking upward, praying, her lips not moving. As the lights go out, her knife is heard to drop .)
CURTAIN

THIRD SCENE:

An intermezzo, solemn and with a relentless swing is played as though in the blackness of the underworlds. It is faintly heard and almost dies out as the curtain rises in darkness, showing The Mountain of Shiede on the brink of The River of Souls. It is a ghostly black mountain over which a flush of fire comes and goes. A black restless river runs below it. The waters live and move, rising in human shapes, as souls float across and disappear. Presently the soul of Yo-San floats by, and we hear Kara's name called softly .
YO-SAN.

Note: Contains 27 words in 11 sentences using 163 chars.

( The scene fades slowly into

THE FIRST CELESTIAL HEAVEN

A Thousand Years Have Elapsed .

Only vague shadows are seen. The lower ones are dark, suggesting the border between the underworlds and the Celestial Heaven. Kara appears at the back, among the lighter shadows, waiting. His face is luminous, his arms outstretched. Yo-San, now in form, is seen drifting up toward him. With shining faces and arms outstretched, they meet. During this, music is heard: a slow crescendo to the point where they meet, when it swells into ecstasy, then dies note by note. As they ascend to the next Celestial Heaven, the refrain of "Nothing ever Changes" is vaguely heard. When the lights fade away, the curtain falls in darkness .

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Mathias Göbel
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TextGrid Repository (2024). American Drama. The Darling of the Gods. The Darling of the Gods. American Drama Corpus. Mathias Göbel. https://hdl.handle.net/21.11113/0000-0014-A4FF-2