Fumi Uri
- Peddler of Letters -

In the early Edo period (the early 17th century), peddlers would go around during the first few weeks of the new year with letters tied to a branch of plum blossoms. These letters were a kind of charm to bring wealth and romantic good fortune. In this particular dance, the highlight is a performance by the peddler who recounts a humorous story of a fight between high ranking courtesans that threw the brothel district into an uproar.

- From the pamphlet of "The Nishikawa School of Japanese Classical Dance Nihon Buyo in its San Francisco Premiere Performance" -

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