Koto (Japanese horizontal harp)
Koto (Japanese Harp) is one of the most famous traditional instruments in Japan. The Koto is a horizontal harp, and has 13 strings, 13 movable bridges and is played with picks on the right thumb, index finger and middle finger.
It is characterized by its changing lingering echo of sound. Koto`s diverse sound is used in many Western modern musical styles such as Jazz. There are also many foreign professional Koto players. Why not experience Japanese culture by playing the Koto for yourself.
Detail
| Tour code: | HCAA05 |
|---|---|
| Adult: | 8,900 yen (12 or older) |
| Child: | 8,900 yen (6-11yrs) |
| Included in the fare | • Koto Instructions • Koto Rental |
| Dates: | Mondays & Thursdays (Except for the dates that are not highlighted on the calendar above.) |
| Time: | [2.5 hrs] Monday 11:50 - 14:10 Thursday 9:50 - 12:10 |
| Meeting place: | Tokyo: Akebonobashi Station (Toei Shinjuku Line) >>Use the train route finder |
| Tour guide: | Not included |
| Meal: | Not included |
| Participants: | 1 - 2 people |
| Please note that due to either natural disaster or urgent orders from our activity suppliers, we may be unable to provide the service. Detailed information including cancellation policy can be found in our Tour Conditions and Terms and conditions. |
| Spectators are only permitted by prior reservation (50% tour fee will apply) for the following activities: Samurai Sword Action, Ninja & Make your own Shushi. Non paying spectators will not be allowed into the class. |
You may also be interested in "Taiko Drumming Course & Asakusa Walk", "Let`s Learn! Japanese Classical Dance", "Wear a Kimono around Asakusa!"
