Learn to play a traditional harp
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Learn to play a traditional harp
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Learn to play a traditional harp

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Learning about koto
• Hear the rich story of koto, its history and the role it has played in Japanese music
• Listen to a professional demonstration of koto playing
• Learn about the particular tuning method of this unique instrumentThe basics of playing koto
• Study a variety of koto playing styles
• Take time to explore the different playing styles and freely express yourself through the koto’s rich tones
• Learn how to read koto sheet music, based not on notes, but an easy to understand string-number relationship systemYour first koto performance
• Play the classic song Sakura Sakura, Cherry Blossoms Cherry Blossoms
• After your first performance, have a chance to be accompanied and perform your first koto duetA moment to unwind and savor tea, sweets and music
• Experience the harmony of matcha (powdered green tea) and seasonal Japanese sweets
• As you refresh with a tradition Japanese tea, enjoy the rich tones of a live koto performance by the instructor
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Included
  • Tea & Japanese sweets
  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 10:00 am and 17:00 pm lessons are held in English.
  • 14:00 pm lesson is held in Japanese.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 1 travelers
Features
Tourism
75%
Cultural
70%
Original
65%
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