The arrest of Ichikawa Ennosuke has sent shock waves throughout the entertainment industry, especially in the world of kabuki.
Ennosuke made his first stage appearance at the age of 7 under the kabuki stage name Ichikawa Kamejiro II and attracted attention early on for his skilled acting and dancing. In 2012, he became Ennosuke IV, a major stage name under the Omodakaya guild, after his uncle, then Ennosuke III and now Ichikawa En-o, fell ill.
Ennosuke has also been a prolific stage director and producer, leading for example a new kabuki production of "One Piece" based on the popular manga. He has appeared in numerous TV dramas, movies and contemporary plays as well.
