Discover Tsugaru Shamisen: Hands-On Workshop with Shuichiro & Yukiko Kuboki

Join Shuichiro & Yukiko Kuboki for an engaging, hands-on workshop exploring the traditional Tsugaru Shamisen.
About this Event

Ichi-go Ichi-e 一期一会: Guests From Japan Series: Experience the artistry and dynamic spirit of the Tsugaru shamisen with master musicians from Japan.

This one-of-a-kind workshop offers a rare opportunity to experience the rich sounds and techniques of this distinctive Japanese musical instrument, guided by acclaimed shamisen artists from Japan.

Workshop Outline:

• Introduction to the Tsugaru shamisen
• Understanding shamisen notation
• Basic posture and techniques
• Introduction to playing techniques
• Demonstration: “Soran Bushi”
• Hands-on practice and performance

Participants who own a shamisen are encouraged to bring their own instrument. If you don't, workshop instruments will be shared throughout the session.

No previous experience is needed; this workshop is open to both beginners and experienced attendees for those interested in discovering Japanese culture through music.

日本の伝統芸能「津軽三味線」の魅力を体験できるワークショップ

津軽三味線の伝統と魅力を、国内外で活躍する奏者・久保木脩一郎氏とゆきこ氏から直接学び、体験できるワークショップです。

ワークショップでは、津軽三味線について学びながら、実際に楽器に触れながら演奏を体験していただきます。経験者はもちろん、初めての方も安心してご参加いただけます。三味線をお持ちの方はぜひご持参ください。お持ちでない方には、楽器を交代でご使用いただきます。

年齢・経験を問わず、日本文化や音楽に興味のある皆さまのご参加をお待ちしております。クラスは日本語と英語の両方で提供されます。

About the instructor:
Born in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, is an award-winning Tsugaru shamisen performer, composer, and instructor. He began playing the shamisen in his youth and went on to win the Ensemble Division of the National Tsugaru Shamisen Competition in 1987. That same year, he made his international debut in Canada and the United States through a Japan Foundation cultural exchange program.
Shuichiro has performed throughout Japan and internationally, including in Asia and North America. He leads Shuichiro & Daichi, has appeared on Japanese television and in stage productions, and has published an instructional book on Tsugaru shamisen. In addition to the shamisen, he performs the sanshin, sharing the richness of traditional Japanese music with audiences around the world.

久保木脩一郎氏は、全国津軽三味線大会優勝経験を持つ津軽三味線奏者・作曲家・指導者です。国内外で数多くの公演を行い、日本の伝統音楽の魅力を世界へ発信し続けています。