Traditional Japanese Music Workshop with Koto and Shakuhachi

Kyoto, Japan
Duration50m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesJapanese, English
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Even in Kyoto—a major hub for traditional Japanese music—"Sogu" is one of the very few places where koto and shakuhachi workshops are held on a regular basis. A distinctive feature of "Sogu" is the opportunity to touch a shakuhachi and actually play the instrument under the guidance of top-tier instructors.

What's included

  • Admission fee
  • Meals

What to expect

- Learn the history and characteristics of Japanese musical instruments
・I will explain about the koto and shakuhachi in what situations they have been performed since their origin
・I will explain the characteristics of the koto and shakuhachi as instruments

- I will explain the characteristics of Japanese music
・I will explain the characteristics of Japanese music compared to Western music expressed in five-line notation with materials
・Please feel the fluctuation, blurring, rhythm, and spacing of the sound unique to Japanese music up close to the performer

- Have them actually play an instrument
・Learn the shape of the mouth and how to breathe, and ask them to challenge themselves to see if they can make sounds from shakuhachi

- Please enjoy watching Japanese music
・Please enjoy playing Japanese music after learning about the characteristics of Japanese music and the mechanism of musical instruments
・The instructors are all top musician in both koto and shakuhachi

- We will issue a certificate that you have experienced Japanese instrument through “sogoo”
・Please bring back your certificate so that you can always remember your wonderful experience

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

It is located in central Kyoto, about a three-minute walk west from Kyoto City Hall along Oike-dori Street. It is on the third floor of a building that has a seal shop on the ground floor.

End point

It is located in central Kyoto, about a three-minute walk west from Kyoto City Hall along Oike-dori Street. It is on the third floor of a building that has a seal shop on the ground floor.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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