Ichikawa Danjuro Advised to Move Abroad on Fortune-Telling Show

“I’m always thinking about going overseas.”

On the July 9th broadcast of Suddenly, May I Fortune-Tell? (Fuji TV), Kabuki actor Ichikawa Danjuro (46) appeared. He was told by fortune-teller Leon Kinoshita that “around 2025, it would be better to be overseas,” leading to anxiety within the Kabuki community following his cryptic comments. Among those concerned, some have expressed:

“Does this mean he really plans to leave Japan?”

“He is easily influenced by spiritual matters. Being told such things makes him feel pushed towards the idea, so I wish he wouldn’t be encouraged like this.”

It is said that some people are genuinely worried.

In the program, Mr. Kinoshita initially analyzes Danjuro’s personality by stating, “He tries to fit in with others but is completely unable to participate in group activities,” to which Danjuro appears to agree wholeheartedly. Furthermore, he advises, “Business should focus on overseas markets until the age of 50-70” and “The direction should be international for 2025.” In response, Danjuro adds,

“Starting from around after the COVID-19 pandemic until around 2030, there may be environments where we cannot live as freely as before. (Omitted) While preparing a solid path for continuing kabuki, I am also drawing three alternative paths in case things do not go as planned.”

They spoke with serious expressions.

When Mr. Kinoshita mentioned his own plans to leave Japan, Danjuro, who seemed to empathize, looked intrigued. Regarding the reasons for going abroad, both men said in unison that they “cannot disclose” the details, which led to speculative posts on social media such as, “Does this mean they are leaving Japan due to earthquakes, natural disasters, or war?” and “It seems like they think they can definitely escape any future crises.” Many posts expressed concerns about potential disasters that may befall Japan in the future.