Manzai (written in different kanji from the main topic Manzai) which is said to be the origin of manzai is a form of entertainment that started in the Heian period to deliver a congratulatory speech for the New Year along with chanting and dancing. |
漫才の発祥と言われる万歳(まんざい)は、平安時代から始まった芸能で、新年を言祝ぐ(ことほぐ)歌舞である。 |