Nagauta Shamisen

2010.01.01
Kimono workshop. Learn more about the Edo culture wearing kimono and tying various obi (sash). Women only.

Kabuki music (shamisen, flute and drum ) Lessons
Many people, including Japanese people, have never experienced traditional Japanese music. Here is an opportunity to learn to play traditional Japanese musical instruments and open the door to traditional Japanese culture. Classes will be taught by Makoto Nishimura, who has been teaching foreigners to play kabuki music on the shamisen and other traditional instruments since 1993. Learn more about Japanese culture, and take something special home from your stay in Japan!
Lessons by appointment, taught in English.
Instructor: Makoto Nishimura majored in nagauta shamisen at Tokyo University of Fine Art and has been playing the shamisen for more than 40 years.  She has organized a number of successful nagauta music concerts for her foreign students in Tokyo.
Lesson Fees: (including instrument maintenance fee)
60 minute (1,500yen); 90 minute (2,000yen); and 120 minute (2,500yen).

Tourists are welcome. Up to 3 people per session (by appointment.) Experience kabuki music firsthand: shamisen / kotsuzumi / taiko / flute.　I will send a map.
Per person:  60 minute (1,500yen); 90 minute (2,000yen); or 120 minute (2,500yen).