Experience the history of shamisen and traveling entertainers
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The shamisen came to mainland Japan in the 16th century and became very popular through the 17th century. Shamisen is one of the traditional musical instruments that feel the soul of Japanese people. But most Japanese have never touched a shamisen or heard its live sound. In particular, only a few dozen people have taken over the singing of "Goze," a blind female traveling entertainer now gone. In this workshop you will learn about the history of the shamisen and the Goze. Furthermore, by listening to the live performance of powerful and rustic Goze song, you can feel a Japan that even Japanese people do not know. And you can take home a handmade mini-shamisen and fill your home with the soul of Japan echoing with its sound!2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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light meal
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Find the history of the shamisen and traveling entertainers!
Workshop to experience playing handmade mini-shamisen in a 50-year-old house.
With musical instruments, tea ceremonies, and Goze song performance.
This workshop will start with a traditional Japanese costume, the happi, in preparation for feeling the spirit of the Japanese people.
Next, there will be a historical commentary on the shamisen and the blind female traveling entertainer "Goze".
Then we will build an easy mini shamisen, give a lecture on how to play it, and you will be able to play two music.
At the end of the tour, you can enjoy tea ceremony and live performance of goze songs with real shamisen.
You can take home the mini-shamisen you made as a souvenir of your stay in Japan, with a story to tell.
Experience the shamisen and goze history in the Japanese-style room of a 50-year-old house.View Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Please wait at the south exit ticket gate of Mukogaoka-Yuen Station on the Odakyu Line.
We will pick you up in kimono.View Location
End point
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Please wait at the south exit ticket gate of Mukogaoka-Yuen Station on the Odakyu Line.
We will pick you up in kimono.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Japanese
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Experience the history of shamisen and traveling entertainers!Created on 13 Mar 2024Created on 26 Jun 2024
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