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Shamisen Class: Casual 60-Minute Experience
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17 Ratings
Kyoto
Discover the joy of Shamisen in Kyoto. Perfect for beginners, enjoy a casual 45-minute session with a pro instructor. No experience needed.
Discover the joy of Shamisen in Kyoto. Perfect for beginners, enjoy a casual 45-minute session with a pro instructor. No experience needed.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- 11-8 Murasakino Nakakashiwanochō - This experience offers an ideal introduction to Shamisen culture. Participants can gain a clear understanding of its history and playing techniques from a seasoned instructor with over 20 years of expertise. There is also an opportunity to engage in a session with the instructor, exploring the five distinctive…
- 11-8 Murasakino Nakakashiwanochō - This experience offers an ideal introduction to Shamisen culture. Participants can gain a clear understanding of its history and playing techniques from a seasoned instructor with over 20 years of expertise. There is also an opportunity to engage in a session with the instructor, exploring the five distinctive sounds of Japan. While individuals are warmly welcomed, bringing friends can enhance the enjoyment of the experience.
Included in the 60-minute course:
・An overview of essential Shamisen information (types, history, etc.)
・A photo opportunity while holding a Shamisen
・Instruction on basic Shamisen playing techniques
・Introduction to a Shamisen scale
・Free time to play the Shamisen at leisure
・A jam session where the instructor provides accompaniment, allowing participants to create melodies freely
Additionally, left-handed Shamisen are available for left-handed players.
What's Included
- Photo-session with the Shamisen you like
- Shamisen, bachi (plectrum), other necessary accessories
- Photo-session with the Shamisen you like
- Shamisen, bachi (plectrum), other necessary accessories
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Private transportation
Additional Information
Compared to the 90-minute authentic class, this 60-minute session offers a relaxed atmosphere where participants can wear everyday clothing and focus on having fun, without delving into complex explanations. This class is perfect for beginners or those with limited time and budget. A professional instructor will lead you through an enjoyable and engaging experience. Join in the fun!
Compared to the 90-minute authentic class, this 60-minute session offers a relaxed atmosphere where participants can wear everyday clothing and focus on having fun, without delving into complex explanations. This class is perfect for beginners or those with limited time and budget. A professional instructor will lead you through an enjoyable and engaging experience. Join in the fun!
Location
11-8 Murasakino Nakakashiwanochō
If you find a red vending machine, turn right into the small alley just before it, and you'll
find the Shamisen Dojo about 50 meters ahead.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(17 Ratings)
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692udays
Jun 6, 2025
Lovely musical experience with a wonderful Sensei! - Jack Sensei is incredible! His love for music and dedication to his craft shines through in every aspect of the lesson. He was quickly able gauge my understanding and adapt the session accordingly. He was also knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Indian Classical music in addition to Shamisen, which made it a very interesting conversation as well. I just wish I could have done the full 90 minute experience!!
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Amy7770
May 24, 2025
In Kyoto you can have a unique three-taste musical instrument experience - This triangular experience is really cool!
Teacher's teaching method makes it easy to understand and enjoy learning
When learning, teachers are very professional and have extensive teaching experience.
Immediately point out the points that can be corrected, how to do better, timely encouragement
The atmosphere of the whole course is very pleasant
Experience the special Japanese culture
Added some highlights to my trip
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Roam59347549193
May 24, 2025
It's a great entry point for the shamisen!! - It was the first time in my life that I had touched the shamisen, but it was a very easy-to-understand lesson and a very satisfying experience. I was very happy to be able to enter the shamisen world with growing interest and confidence, because I was taught gently and clearly what I was not doing well, and I was praised specifically for what I was doing well. In addition, the teacher has a wide range of musical knowledge and experience, and even those with musical experience can receive fruitful instruction. I highly recommend it.
零然我第一玩三線，但老師課程很有系，檪�明超清楥，锫闩到很撣的上課。 學生彈錯的時候，老師一直耐心CORRECTION 如果學生彈的錬不，联師馬上稱讚，具體告學生哪衣好，因此學生可以不淖加強印，三之的興职感到confidence。 老師很熟悉音樂的KNOWLEDGE，也有豐富經闩，如果具有或樂器的人也可以學到東東。 I highly recommend it.
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Benwu6700wb
May 19, 2025
Amazing Music Lesson with Shamisen Master - Attended a Shamisen lesson with Jack, and had the best time. Jack is an amazing instructor and person. He taught us about the history of the instrument, some scales used in the traditional Japanese music, and how to hold/play the instrument. By the end of the lesson we were all jamming together and improvising on the shamisen. I’d highly recommend this lesson to any music lover, instrumentalist, or anyone interested in learning about traditional Japanese music.
Thanks Jack!
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363noahw
May 19, 2025
Amazing intro to Shamisen and Japanese music! - My brother and I took a lesson with Jack at his dojo and had a great time. We both play music in our free time and Jack was an amazing teacher and got us playing Shamisen within the hour. I highly recommend you take a lesson with him and learn about a very interesting traditional Japanese instrument.
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Zvonimirz979
May 4, 2025
Absolute gem for experienced musician and beginner - I must say this was extraordinary and fabtastic experience!
The teacher has great metodhology and it will be good for both experienced musicians exploring new instrument or a complete beginner. It was educational and more important entertaining. I am thinking about buying shamisen and co tinue my learning. Arigato gozaimasu!
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B8740jqmichaelb
Apr 26, 2025
Wonderful experience exploring the Shamisen. - We had a wonderful time learning about the Shamisen. Jack did an excellent explanation about the instrument. We were able to play the traditional song Sakura by the end of our time. We got to experience a part of the amazing musical tradition that makes Japan so amazing.
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Christopher
Apr 10, 2025
A must experience for anyone visiting Kyoto - Jack Sensei was great very knowledgeable, it was really fun, his English was excellent and I learnt a bit about how to play the Shamisen. Jack Sensei also played a song for me which was really enjoyable and showed off his skills (in a good way). He explained how to use all the equipment, scales and how to play an ancient song. Jack Sensei is very easy to talk to and is very kind. I would recommend to anyone interested in music and Japanese culture
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Dreamer18651693228
Apr 2, 2025
Amazing Shamisen experience - I came to Kyoto hoping to see someone play the shamisen and before I knew it I had one in my hands! I got in touch with Shamisen Dojo, did a lesson with Jack and absolutely loved it! He taught me some traditional Japanese shamisen techniques and scales which I am looking forward to translating to my own guitar playing.
If you are in Kyoto and want to hear or play shamisen, send Shamisen Dojo a message! I was unorganised and had a limited time there but he managed to fit me in and provide my favourite experience in Kyoto. I’d strongly recommend this to any musicians who want to experience a traditional Japanese instrument.
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Swetha
Apr 2, 2025
Must try experience in kyoto! - Had a great time learning to play shamisen for the first time and felt more culturally connected with Kyoto through this experience.
A special thanks to Jack for being very good host and a sensei for during this experience. Thank you for the small present and a wonderful memory! I recommend this to everyone!
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