NHK Irohani Hogaku - Shamisen, Koto, Shakuhachi

This series of DVDs features a collection of 5 minute programmes aired by Japan's national broadcaster NHK to introduce Japanese traditional music. Each one lasts between 60-70 minutes and is a great introduction to instruments, styles etc..This one focuses on the big three instruments, demonstrating how they are played and their significance and role in Japanese music. Special feature; Tsugaru shamisen and Nagauta Shamisen. Japanese only (no English subtitles) Region Code 2 NTSC.