If you have picked up a Japanese musical instrument, you may want to play well-known Japanese songs. There are many well-known Japanese songs, but we will introduce songs that are perfect for Japanese instruments from various genres.
“Sakura Sakura”
“Sakura Sakura” is a traditional Japanese song that sings the beauty of cherry blossoms. In fact, it was created as a koto teaching song for children in Edo during the end of the Edo period, and is often written as “Japanese ancient song”. This song is also used in lessons using mouth singing, and it is important to sing it naturally and without strain. In addition, “Sakura Sakura” is also used in folk song lessons that aim for a relaxed and fun atmosphere while having a clear purpose and a well-balanced lesson.
“Seto no Hanayome”
“Seto no Hanayome” is a song categorized as a Japanese popular music. It was released in April 1972 as the fourth single by singer Rumi Koyanagi. It is a song that sings about the feelings and determination of young women who marry from island to island in the Seto Inland Sea. It became a hit after “Watashi no Jokamachi” and won first place on the weekly Oricon chart for the second time.
This song was written by Michio Yamagami and composed by Masaaki Hirao. This song, which evokes the scenery of the Seto Inland Sea, has become a local song in this region.
Two songs were introduced in this issue.
We will present the rest in the next blog.
See you next time.
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