Japanese TSUGARU Shamisen(Kouki, Redsander Wood), with FREE hard case Katsushika Symbol of quality and reliance.

This is a Tugaru Shamisen. The main feature of Tugaru Shamisen is thickness of the neck. Shamisen roughly devided into 3 types of neck. Tsugaru shamisen is a thickest one. This item made of Kouki(Head & Neck:Redsander Wood) & Karin(Body:Pashu Padauk, New Guinea Rosewood). Kouki is the best material to make a shamisen neck(Sao) because of its high density and solidness. This beautiful grain pattern is the proof of the highest grade. Both sides of the skin is are animal skin. This item made by Kimiaki Kohno(Kikuoka). "Kikuoka" is his professional name. He is widely known a maker of Shamisen and all parts are hand made. Please read below about his profile. Of course, We are willing to help our customers as far as possible. If you have any questions about this item, please feel free to inquire.

[ Item specifics ] Conditions: New Old Stock [ Included things ] Shamisen x 1 Koma(bridge) x 1 If you buy this, give for free used hard case! [ Dimensions ] Shipping BOX size width  12.2"(31cm) height 42.5"(108cm) depth 6.2"(16cm)

A professional favorite Shamisen that made from superior materials. The Shamisen is a traditional stringed instrument of Japan. It originates from a Chinese three-stringed instrument, and it spread to Ryukyu in the 15-16 century. The Shamisen is played with a plectrum(Bachi) . The body was made from the skin of animals and the long neck(Sao) was made form wood. It is necessary for traditional performing arts of Japan such as Kabuki etc. There are various types of Shamisen. Recently, Shamisen has been used for other music, jazz and rock etc. It is a popular musical instruments among the young people. Shamisen is made by skilled master craftsmen's by hand. A lot of master craftsman live in Katsushika-ward, because Katsushika-ward is near the geisha district and Kabukiza. The Shamisen for professional use is rarely sold overseas. Please take advantage of special opportunity.

Born in 1958 in Tokyo(Taito ward). In 1984 after graduating from university, he went on to begin intensive manufacturing of Shamisen studies with Kouji Hoshino. In 1991 Certified as a Master of Tokyo Shamisen, and started his own company in Katsushika. He is the only person who makes all parts of Shamisen by himself in Katsushika. The Shamisen he makes are used extensively by a number of professional musicians. In 2003 Certified as the master of traditional craftsman by Katsushika Ward Office.

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Thank you for visiting our store. This store is managed by Katsushika Traditional Crafts Association (KTCA) in Katsushika ward which is located in eastern Tokyo.  This area has a reputation for producing many leading traditional master craftsman. In 1991, the KTCA was officially authorized by the Katsushika ward local Government to develop the traditional craft industry.  The cuwent membership of the association is more than 40 master craftsman including living National Treasures. This store was founded with the aim of introducing Japanese traditional crafts and culture to the world.  All goods are made by award winning master craftsman and all goods are guaranteed as genuine by Katsushika ward Government.  Because the goods are so rare and wonderful, even people living in Japan sometimes find it difficult to obtain them. If you have any inquires or requests, please contact us anytime.  Now, enjoy guaranteed safe, shopping.

Katsushika Dento Sangyo Kan 7-3-16 Tateishi Katsushika Ward, Tokyo 124-0024 JAPAN

[ Shipping ] All items shipped are insured. We send it by EMS(Express Mail Service). EMS is produced by Japan Post. It is top priority among international mails is placed on this service and fastest delivery service.

Area Average number of days North America 3 - 5 days Europe 2 - 5 days Oceania 3 - 4 days Asia 2 - 8 days

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[ Charge of Shipping ] Masaki Hakuta, Katsunori Hosono. Tel: +81-3-5879-9550 Fax:+81-3-5879-9572

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