裏 方(うらかた)

うらかた

noun

behind the scenes, backstage worker

work

1. behind-the-scenes person, backstage worker

A person who works behind the scenes to support an event, production, or project. Also refers to the role itself.

裏方(うらかた)として働(はたら)いた。

I worked behind the scenes.

イベントの成功(せいこう)は裏方(うらかた)のおかげだ。

The success of the event is thanks to the behind-the-scenes staff.

彼(かれ)は目立(めだ)たないが、チームの裏方(うらかた)として欠(か)かせない存在(そんざい)だ。

He doesn't stand out, but he is indispensable as the behind-the-scenes support for the team.

Usage: 裏方(うらかた) can refer to the person, the role, or the general concept of behind-the-scenes work. It carries a positive nuance of essential but unsung contribution.

Common collocations

裏方(うらかた)に徹(てっ)する: to devote oneself to behind-the-scenes work
裏方(うらかた)として支(ささ)える: to support from behind the scenes
裏方(うらかた)仕事(しごと): backstage work

Originally a theater term for stagehands and backstage crew, it is now used broadly for any support role.

Related Words

Compare: 表舞台(おもてぶたい) (public stage)

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Added 2026.3.5 14:37 · Revised 2026.9.2 13:01

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