ShanShan Shamisen
-Shamisen


The music of the strings, Japanese melodies that resonate in the heart.

【Course Content】

You will be able to touch the shamisen and actually play a simple piece of music.

The shamisen is a typical Japanese musical instrument with a 400-year history.
It consists of a part that plucks the strings (body) and a part that holds the strings (neck). It has a structure similar to that of an acoustic guitar.
The three strings are plucked with a bachi. Striking the strings with a bachi produces a powerful sound.
There are many types of shamisen, and they are used in different genres. The larger the body, the louder the sound and the lower the range.
Enjoy each sound on the shamisen.

【Three Attractions】

  1. You can feel the difference in sound between different types of shamisen.
  2. Experience the sound of Japanese musical instruments firsthand.
  3. Be able to play simple songs.

【Service Contents】

  1. After the instructor’s explanation, students actually touch the shamisen and play a simple tune.
  2. Commemorative photo in yukata(Also available for men)
  3. SAKUPAWA presents a small gift
① Study the basics of the shamisen
② Let’s have fun playing one of our practice songs!
③ A souvenir of origami cranes, a shamisen and a bachi key chain!
④ In yukata, “Yes, pose!”

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Required Time90 min.
◇ Before lunch 10:00-11:30
◇ Afternoon 14:00-15:30
Time of meeting◇ Morning[set]09:35 /[departure]09:40
◇ Afternoon[set]13:35 /[departure]13:40
Meeting placeNankai Main Line Sumiyoshitaisha Station ticket gate
Charges8,000 yen
the number of people3 to 10 persons

◇ We will provide all tools and equipment, so please come empty-handed.♪
◇ This is done in a chair.