【Limited Time Sale】Regular price ¥750 → Now only ¥670! Black Friday Sale! 10% OFF all items until December 3rd! Thank you for viewing. This is "Yōsaku Kaimei, Volume 2," a Noh chant book published in 1871 (Meiji 4). This valuable early Noh book was published by Asano Yasuke in Osaka during the early Meiji period and bears the publisher's seal of Hino Tsunenosuke of Kyoto. The dark green washi paper cover is embossed with a arabesque pattern, and the title slip is inscribed with "Yōsaku Kaimei, Volume 2" in ink. It features red thread binding. The text contains the lyrics of Noh songs with furigana (phonetic guides), and the varying shades of ink and brushstrokes are full of character. It exhibits the unique mixed-type format of printed and handwritten characters from the Meiji era. Overall, the condition is good, but there are slight scratches and small stains on the cover, and light age-related yellowing in the text. The binding is secure, and there are no problems with reading or display. 【Contents】Yōsaku Kaimei, Volume 2 (Collection of alternate titles and lyrics for Noh songs) 【Published by】Asano Yasuke / Hino Tsunenosuke (Published in 1871) 【Size】Approximately 27 x 18 cm (equivalent to A4) 【Condition】Slight signs of aging (cover scratches, light stains) 【Shipping】Yu-packet post / Anonymous delivery (waterproof and cushioned packaging) 【Recommended for】A valuable book for Noh studies and classical literature research. Also ideal for collections of Japanese bound books and Meiji-era antique books. ※Please check the photos. The actual item takes precedence over the description. English Summary: Rare Meiji-era Noh chant book – Yōsaku Kaimei (Vol. 2), published in 1871 (Meiji 4). Printed and distributed by Asano Yasuke, Kyoto–Osaka. Green washi-style embossed cover with calligraphic title slip, red thread binding. An excellent collectible for Noh and classical Japanese literature enthusiasts. Some minor wear and light foxing consistent with age. #NohBook #NohSong #AntiqueBook #JapaneseBoundBook #MeijiEra #JapaneseBook #TraditionalPerformingArts #Antiques #CulturalMaterials #JapaneseCulture #JapaneseBoundBook #UsedBookLover