The Koto: Live Performance & The Story Behind the Strings
ID: GYG871856-1373133
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
30 min.
Description
You can experience a live Koto performance in an intimate, small-group setting. You will also learn about the history of the Koto and the deeper meanings behind this beautiful instrument.
The Koto is one of Japan's traditional instruments, known for its unique and evocative sound. You can experience a live Koto performance in an intimate, small-group setting. You will also learn about the history of the Koto and the deeper meanings behind this beautiful instrument. This session is interactive—feel free to ask the Koto performer any questions you have, whether about the instrument or anything else. The performer is a native English speaker, so communication is easy and comfortable.
Additionally, we offer an optional service where you can try playing the Koto yourself. The Koto performer will guide you in learning how to play. By the end of the session, you'll be able to perform the popular Koto piece "Sakura Sakura" and join the performer for a group ensemble.
[Time Schedule]
10 min: Koto History
15 min: Live Performance
5 min: Free Conversation
60 min: Workshop (optional)
Highlights
- Koto Live Performance
- Japanese Music Experience
- Japan't tradition experience
- Seeing Koto Live Performance and Learning Koto History
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
[How to get there]
1: If you’re travelling by streetcar, get off at Tatemachi station.
2: Go straight on this street – Landmark: Tully’s coffee shop
3: When you see this okonomiyaki restaurant, Gokku 悟空, turn right.
4: When you see this sign, you are in the right place. Please proceed to the second floor.
5: You’ll see this entrance upon exiting the elevator. Please feel free to come in!
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
