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Japanese traditional music show created by Shamisen

4.7
Free cancellation
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Japanese traditional music show created by Shamisen

4.7
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Jan 6
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Shamisen Experience

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Duration: 1 hour

Next availability: Mon, Jan 6

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Highlights

The shamisen is a traditional Japanese three-stringed instrument, known as the Japanese banjo. The Tsugaru shamisen, the most popular type of shamisen, produces a deep, earth-shaking tone. Enjoy a performance by a master who won the group championship in the Tsugaru Shamisen World Tournament and experience playing the instrument.


Explore the intriguing world of traditional Japanese music with the shamisen. Discover how one of the most distinctive sounds in Japanese culture is produced, and learn the basic steps to playing a tsuguru shamisen, a three-stringed musical instrument similar to a guitar.


1person 17,424yen
2persons 19,360yen
3persons 29,040yen
4persons 38,720yen

Itinerary

  • 14-28 Yochōmachi

    You will listen to the shamisen performance of a performer who has won the Tsugaru Shamisen World Tournament group championship and play the shamisen yourself. Feel the unique deep tone of the shamisen and learn to play a piece by yourself. Gentle instruction will be given, so beginners are welcome. Program Flow Listen to a shamisen performance. Learn how to play the basic shamisen, a three-stringed instrument Practice shamisen tunes and play a traditional Japanese piece About the Program The program will use the Tsugaru Shamisen, the most famous and powerful sounding of all the shamisen instruments. You can take photos and videos during your performance and post them on social networking sites. ・Licensed instructors are available in English and other languages. Other languages (French and Spanish) are available upon request. ・Children and families are welcome. This is also available for educational purposes for students, schools, corporate training, language training, academic institutions, etc. ・The location will be in the heart of Tokyo near the Tokyo Tower. ・Private lessons are also available (with an additional charge). C017

What's included

INCLUDED

Shamisen rental
Nationally accredited tour guide-interpreter
Shamisen playing lesson

NOT INCLUDED

Transportation to/from the venue
Any food or beverages

Customer reviews

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Provider

True Japan Tour

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