self-introduction of a character in Noh
In Noh theater, the moment when a character (often the shite) announces their identity and background. Not used for ordinary self-introductions in daily life.
See also: 名乗り
In the Noh self-introduction, the performer conveys their role to the audience.
Alternate kanji spelling; less common than 名ノリ.
From 名 (na, 'name') + ノリ (nori, from 宣る noru, 'to declare'). The spelling 名ノリ is conventional for this Noh usage.