The Way of Drama unfolds in the world of kabuki in Osaka, but also addresses the politics of popular culture and the rivalry between theatrical styles like those used by amateur actors to dramatise contemporary events.
| Directing | Mikio Naruse | Director |
| Art | Satoru Chûko | Production Design |
| Writing | Toshio Yasumi | Writer |
| Camera | Kinya Ogura | Director of Photography |
| Sound | Yasuji Kiyose | Original Music Composer |
| Sound | Michio Okazaki | Sound Recordist |
| Lighting | Iwaji Hiraoka | Lighting Technician |
