TOKYO -- A unique musical instrument similar to a traditional three-stringed Japanese shamisen, but smaller, lighter and easier to handle, has been developed by a small Tokyo manufacturer as a new ...

Japan's Tsugaru Shamisen seems to be popping up everywhere lately. It's one of the most amazing Japanese instruments with a powerful and incredible sound. But it comes with a lot of hidden surprises..

The shamisen is a beautiful Japanese instrument, made up of a rounded body that’s typically bound in some kind of animal leather, a long neck, and three strings that are plucked with a large pick. It ...

A concert featuring Japanese instruments will take place at Hanoi’s Japan Foundation Centre on January 13. Kiju will use electronic equipment to play traditional tsugaru shamisen. (Photo: jpf.org.vn) ...

Uncover the intricate process behind crafting the Shamisen, a traditional and unique musical instrument. From selecting the finest materials to the careful construction of its body, neck ...

will live-score the pioneering experimental film Crossroads live on-stage through spontaneous improvisation on shamisen (Japan's three-stringed, banjo-like instrument) and taishogoto (an electric ...

You might notice from watching the video that Wagakki Band incorporates modern instruments, including bass, electric ... shamisen, and with thicker strings. It’s distinctively twangy, and if you’ve ...

“I love the electric guitar,” he said ... of Ryuichi Sakamoto than for traditional Japanese instruments like the koto and sho. “I knew the shamisen as much as any other non-Japanese composer ...