 The large "ōkido" on the left was used by members of the samurai class, and others of importance.One of the primary features distinguishing the renovated Konpira Grand Theatre other kabuki theatres in Japan today, which are more modern in style, is the "tatami" floor in the main (orchestra section) seating section.Areas of seating for small parties are divided from one another by a grid of wooden planking, into box seats called "masu"; sitting this way allows greater range of motion for the viewer, and thus allows one to more easily turn to watch action on the "hanamichi", the long stage extension which runs from the stage to the back of the theater.