2009 Volume 48 Pages 1-15
Zeami explained typology of roles in Sando, in which Yawata (in Yumiyawata), Aioi (in Takasago), Yourou and Oimatsu were classified as an Old Deity. However, they are represented as a Young Deity in contemporary productions. Yokomichi Mario proposed a theory that Nochijite in Yumiyawata and Takasago might be an Old Deity in Zeami's era. But Yashima Seiji proposed a theory that Nochijite in Takasago might be a Young Deity in Zeami's era. This paper examines which is right through rereading Zeami's writings such as Shikado, Nikyoku Santai Ningyozu, Sando and remarks of Nochijite sings in Takasago. This paper suggests the possibility that Nochijite in all Zeami's Waki Noh was the Old Deity in Zeami's era. And Takasago was a first play in which Nochijite changed from the Old Deity to the Young long afterwards.