Traditional Japanese Music

[Vivi Hyuuga]

After watching this new anime about a high school koto club I was interested in listening to some koto music.  I find learning about more traditional aspects of Japanese culture that you don't see about in anime frequently fascinating. Well, I found some rather amazing pieces on the koto, including this, which I thought others might love, as well.

What about you, are there any musical pieces played on traditional Japanese instruments that you love?

[SAO LILDOOP]

I love music like this and have been listening to traditional Japanese music for years; my favorite instruments used in traditional Japanese music are the flute and the zither. 

The Zither is used in both traditional Chinese as well as Japanese music, I am a fan of both kinds of music. 

I am still practicing Piano and playing that but one day I would love to learn how to play the Zither (and also Violin). ~♥ 

Edited April 17, 2019 by SAO LILDOOP

[Vivi Hyuuga]

Those are so cool, thank you for sharing! I'm especially looking forward to listening to the three-hour mix, as I listen to a lot of soundtracks while I work during the day. I think that video will be perfect when I need something calming for my brain.

I was showing my sister some of this music, and she now wants to buy a koto.

This cover is not a Japanese instrument, but a Chinese one known as the erhu. But, if you, like me, are a fan of Yona of the Dawn, you will recognize it. In Yona, the character Jae-Ha is often seen playing this instrument. It is really beautiful and relaxing. I highly recommend checking out some of the other covers by this artist.

 

[Seshi]

Japanese 3 string guitar (Shamisen) is my favorite. But I also love their vocals and drums.