Shamisen

The shamisen is a three-string plucked lute from Japan, used in theatre, narrative song, folk music, and chamber traditions. Its sharp attack and flexible pitch make it suitable for both rhythmic accompaniment and dramatic gesture. The instrument appears in kabuki, bunraku, regional folk styles, and modern experiments that place Japanese timbre in new musical settings.

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