見せ場
Meanings
1
General use for the most exciting or important part of an event, story, or performance.
The highlight of the game was the come-from-behind home run at the end.
The climax of this movie is the scene where the protagonist learns the truth.
2
show-off scene; star turn
Originally referred to a scene in a play where an actor deliberately shows off their skills; still used in theatrical contexts.
In kabuki, the audience applauds during the lead actor's show-off scene.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉に見せ場を作るto create a highlight scene for someone (e.g. an actor or player)
The director gave the new actor plenty of chances to shine.
- 見せ場を迎えるto reach the highlight/climax (of a story, match, performance)
The match finally reached its climactic moment.
- 見せ場がないto lack any exciting or memorable moment
The movie was boring because it had no real highlights.
- 〈人〉の見せ場を用意するto arrange a show-off scene for someone
The screenwriter arranged a star turn for the lead role.