2 Concerts in Japan Worth the Day

1.Traditional Concert at Townhouse or Bathhouse

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 224 reviews · 45 - 105 minutes · from $32Our pick

Hear professional koto and shamisen in Kyoto’s intimate townhouse or reverberant bathhouse, with English/Japanese explanations and Q&A.

“I like the intimate small group setting, only 7 in the audience. We listened to Kyoko's beautiful musicianship and singing of traditional Japanese songs. She was delightful. The host , I think his name was Shima? explained about the instruments to us, got us involved in the discussion. It was well worth the time and cost, I would recommend this event as a quiet, reflective way to listen and observe traditional Japanese musicianship .”

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2.Japanese Koto & Shamisen Concert and Koto Class

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 31 reviews · 1 hour - 100 minutes · from $38

Intimate Kyoto koto and shamisen concert in a small home, with instrument explanations, Q&A, and a hands-on koto class for beginners.

“I loved everything about it - the musicianship was superb and humbling to have the privilege to watch in such an intimate manner - I was the only person present other than the performer and guides. The lesson was excellent and gave me an insight in very short time into some of the many techniques involved. All involved were friendly and helpful. Incredible value and couldn’t recommend too highly, a truly unique experience.”

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