Authentic Koto Experience in Odawara Castle Town (Near Tokyo)

Discover the authentic sounds of the "Koto", Japanese traditional stringed instrument! Come join to my class. Anyone, even a complete beginner, can enjoy playing beautiful sounds. When you join this class, you won't just play the ”Koto"; you'll also feel Japanese history and culture. The outline of this experience is as below -Explanation about "Koto" -Instruction how to play "Koto" by using special attachment nails -Try playing "Koto" -Performance by the instructor -Photo session I am qualified to teach Koto. Odawara, a historic castle town, is my hometown. I created this experience activity because I want to share the joy of experience traditional Japanese music right here in this historic city.

You will learn about history and basic information of a Koto. Then you have lesson how to play it. And you can also enjoy performance by the instructor and have a photo session.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• You will take off shoes when you enter the place for the music lesson
• During the activity, you will have Japanese style sitting posture "seiza". If you are not comfortable it, let me know. I prepare chairs.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.