also: もこう
family crest with japonica flower design
Archaic term for a specific family crest pattern based on the japonica (boke) flower. Not used in modern everyday contexts.
The mokkō crest is known as one of the old samurai family crests.
style of jōruri narrative for kabuki dances
Archaic term for a specific style of jōruri (narrative music) used in kabuki dance pieces, associated with the Tokiwazu school. Highly specialized historical usage.
See also: 常磐津 (ときわず)
Mokkō refers to an old narrative style of the Tokiwazu school used in kabuki dance.