Hello! Welcome to my house!
You will have a shamisen experience in a regular Japanese apartment room.

Please take off your shoes before entering. (Japanese style)

【Optional】Select one from kimonos. There are for men and women.

【Optional】Wear a "Hadajuban" over your underwear in the separate room.

【Optional】I will dress you. Please let me know if you are feeling any discomfort.

The instrument used is called the 'Chu-zao(middle-neck)'shamisen. The strings, from thickest to thinnest, are referred to as the 'Ichi no ito' (first string), 'Ni no ito' (second string), and 'San no ito' (third string)

Learn how to hold the shamisen.
Use a "Hiza-gomu(knee rubber)" to prevent the shamisen from slipping.
Put a"Yubi-suri(finger strap)" on your left hand, slide it and press the string with your finger (preferably using your fingernails).

We also have chairs available for those who find it difficult to sit in the traditional Japanese seiza posture.

Now, let's try playing the shamisen.
Strum the strings softly with your right index finger.
A numbered tape is attached to the neck of the shamisen.

I have a simple musical score for you. It's a traditional Japanese song called "Sakura". It might be the first type of score you've seen, but don't worry, I will guide you carefully.

After practicing for a while, you can perform at the end.
Smartphone stands and tripods are also available, so you can record your practice and performance.

I will also perform a Japanese "Kouta".

Finally, let's take many pictures to remember your experience.

Did you enjoy the shamisen experience?
Have a pleasant trip!