Do you know what sanshin are made from? The one that has the most impact is probably the snake-patterned skin. In this article, we will introduce the materials of each part of the sanshin. Let’s start with the most eye-catching skin. The sanshin has a strong image of snakeskin, but not many people know what kind of snake is used.…
Did you know that some Japanese musical instruments are made of metal? You may have a strong image that Japanese musical instruments are made of bamboo, wood, but some of them are made of metal. In this article, we will explain about the shoko, a metal instrument that is rare for a Japanese musical instrument. The shoko is a deep-dish-shaped…
