Kencho refers to a woman who raises and open Tobari (curtains) of the Takamikura (Imperial Throne) during a state ceremony such as one for enthronement or Chouga (New Year's greetings or well-wishes offered by retainers to the Emperor).
褰帳（けんちょう）は、即位、朝賀など大礼の時に高御座の帳を褰げ開く女性である。