Kikugoro ONOE VI who considered the role of Dogen as his forte, regarded the scene of extortion at the pawnshop as the most essential part, and said 'The role of Dogen is complete if this scene is performed well.'
道玄役を得意とした尾上菊五郎(6代目)は、一番の眼目を質屋の強請り場と位置づけ「道玄はここさえできたらよい」と言っていた。