Parts/Repair Archives

Afzelia Xylay Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Afzelia Xylay,…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Afzelia Xylay, capped with African Blackwood and fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Amboyna Burl Itomaki Set #2

$450.00 – $550.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Amboyna Burl,…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Amboyna Burl, fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Black & White Ebony Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Black &…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Black & White Ebony. Capped with African Blackwood and Amboyna Burl, and fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Cocobolo Itomaki Set #2

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Cocobolo. Fitted…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Cocobolo. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Cocobolo Itomaki Set #3

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Cocobolo. Fitted…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Cocobolo. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Colored Acrylic Tsugaru Itomaki Sets

$300.00

Made in Japan by Tokyo Wagakki, we've got a whole…

Made in Japan by Tokyo Wagakki, we've got a whole line of colorful acrylic itomaki! Although it's not shown in the pictures, the pegs of all itomaki have a metal core for added strength. These itomaki are intended for tsugaru shamisen. Theoretically they could be fitted in smaller shamisen (nagauta, jiuta, etc), but those shamisen have smaller tenjin, and thus the itomaki would be more difficult to use, and so it's not recommended.

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Curly Acacia Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Stabilized Curly…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Stabilized Curly Acacia. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Curly Narra Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Curly Narra,…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Curly Narra, and fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Curly Siamese Rosewood Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood.…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Curly Siamese Rosewood Itomaki Set #3

$450.00 – $550.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood.…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Ebony Nagauta Itomaki Set

$100.00 – $190.00

Brand new set of Ebony Nagauta style Itomaki made by…

Brand new set of Ebony Nagauta style Itomaki made by Tokyo Wagakki. These itomaki are direct from the maker, and require turning (making the peg round with a file or lathe) to specially fit in each row of holes, as well as drilling string holes.

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Ebony Tsugaru Itomaki Sets (Three Styles)

$300.00

Made in Japan by Tokyo Wagakki, we've got three beautiful…

Made in Japan by Tokyo Wagakki, we've got three beautiful styles of ebony itomaki: Mentori (trimmed edges), Soragara (star shape), Soragara Mentori (star shape with trimmed edges). These itomaki are intended for tsugaru shamisen. Theoretically they could be fitted in smaller shamisen (nagauta, jiuta, etc), but those shamisen have smaller tenjin, and thus the itomaki would be more difficult to use, and so it's not recommended.

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Faux Zouge Tsugaru Itomaki Set

$350.00

Made in Japan by Tokyo Wagakki, we've got itomaki sets…

Made in Japan by Tokyo Wagakki, we've got itomaki sets made of faux zouge! These itomaki are intended for tsugaru shamisen. Theoretically they could be fitted in smaller shamisen (nagauta, jiuta, etc), but those shamisen have smaller tenjin, and thus the itomaki would be more difficult to use, and so it's not recommended.

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Fiddleback Dark Siamese Rosewood Itomaki Set

$450.00 – $550.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood with intense fiddleback figure. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Fiddleback Siamese Rosewood Itomaki Set

$450.00 – $550.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Siamese Rosewood with intense fiddleback figure. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Figured Bubinga Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Figured Bubinga.…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Figured Bubinga. Fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Itomaki Repair

$30.00 – $90.00

This service is for restoring the taper of itomaki (tuning…

This service is for restoring the taper of itomaki (tuning pegs). This corrects the problem of itomaki slipping or not being able to maintain higher string tension. After you order the service, I will email you shipping instructions for sending your shamisen in for repair. Brand new itomaki available for installation! Click here to check out the Ebony Nagauta Itomaki Set. If you have a Tsugaru style shamisen, please consider checking out Elite Itomaki in the Bachido Shop to accessorize your shamisen with something special!

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Itomaki Sets

$350.00 – $650.00

Specifications Tsugaru style, fits all Futozao shamisen (does NOT fit…
Specifications

Tsugaru style, fits all Futozao shamisen (does NOT fit Beginner Shamisen/Nagauta/Jiuta)

Shape: Soragara (star shape)

Handle: Your choice of Ebony, Cocobolo, and a wide variety of burls/rosewoods.

Peg: African Blackwood
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Japanese Cedar (Sugi) Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from stabilized sugi…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from stabilized sugi wood, capped with Siamese Rosewood and fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Kamigoma (Nagauta/Jiuta)

$10.00

This Kamigoma fits on Nagauta and Jiuta (without azuma/en sawari)…

This Kamigoma fits on Nagauta and Jiuta (without azuma/en sawari) tenjin. Requires a drop of superglue to install.

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Kamigoma (Tsugaru/Minyo)

$15.00

This Kamigoma fits on Tsugaru and Minyo tenjin.

This Kamigoma fits on Tsugaru and Minyo tenjin.

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Kanberi Repair

$300.00

If you play your shamisen and notice particular notes sounding…

If you play your shamisen and notice particular notes sounding especially dull or harshly buzzy, there's a good chance your sao has kanberi. Kanberi is basically wear-and-tear naturally caused by the act of pressing the string against the sao repeatedly over the course of years. Releveling the sao completely removes this wear and restores the full resonance of a shamisen, making it sound brand new again. After purchasing this service, Kyle will send you an email with instructions for shipping. Please be prepared to ship your whole shamisen.

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Mexican Royal Ebony Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Mexican Royal…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Mexican Royal Ebony, fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Mexican Royal Ebony Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from two-tone Mexican…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from two-tone Mexican Royal Ebony, fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Rindo

$75.00

This is the decorative gold-plated sleeve and fitting that attaches…

This is the decorative gold-plated sleeve and fitting that attaches to the dou and end of the nakagosaki. If you're building your own Tsugaru Shamisen and want to have all the finishing touches which high-end Tsugaru Shamisen have in Japan, you'll want this! (Know that it's not required for a shamisen, but rather increases the level of fanciness)

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Satinwood Itomaki Set

$350.00 – $450.00

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Satinwood, and…

This set of Elite Itomaki is made from Satinwood, and fitted with African Blackwood pegs.

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Sawari (Azuma)

$80.00

This is the device that allows you to adjust the…

This is the device that allows you to adjust the buzzing effect on a tsugaru or minyo shamisen. It is installed right under the thickest string.

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Sawari (En)

$70.00

This is the device that allows you to adjust the…

This is the device that allows you to adjust the buzzing effect on a tsugaru or minyo shamisen. It is installed right under the thickest string. Large (Tsugaru): 2.8cm long, 6mm wide Small (Nagauta/Jiuta): 2.5cm long, 8mm wide

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Shamisen Building Templates

$80.00

Building multiple Tsugaru Shamisen and want reusable templates to trace…

Building multiple Tsugaru Shamisen and want reusable templates to trace the shapes? Now you can! These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou.

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Shamisen DIY Kit #2 (Figured Bubinga)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

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Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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Shamisen DIY Kit #3 (Figured Bubinga)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

Add-Ons
Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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Shamisen DIY Kit #5 (Figured Bubinga)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

Add-Ons
Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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Shamisen DIY Kit #6 (Figured Bubinga)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

Add-Ons
Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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Shamisen DIY Kit #7 (Pomelle Sapele)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

Add-Ons
Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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Shamisen DIY Kit #8 (Pomelle Sapele)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

Add-Ons
Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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Shamisen DIY Kit #9 (Red Gum)

$1,400.00 – $1,780.00

Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already…
Whether you've dreamed of building your own shamisen or already aspire to become a shamisen luthier, these kits provide all the wood and parts you need to create a high-level instrument! (Please note: the kit does NOT include tools, glues, or finishes.) After selecting your favorite set, be sure to pick up a fingerboard (available in the main 'Shamisen DIY Kits' page) to achieve the best tone and a stunning appearance!

Each kit includes roughly shaped shamisen parts (Tenjin, Sao, Nakago, Dou), all of the gold fittings (Rindo, Azuma Sawari, Kamigoma, and Zagane), Elite Itomaki (sanding and polishing required), and a copy of Shamisen of Japan.

These kits are designed for individuals who want the complete experience of building a shamisen and either have a workshop or plan to obtain their own tools. The kits consist primarily of curated materials that are minimally processed to provide the maker with a full hands-on building experience. The quality of the final product depends on your skill and craftsmanship. Be sure to read the main description on the Shamisen DIY Kit category page for full details and general information about these kits.

Add-Ons
Want an even smoother building experience? Here's a few optional services which could be useful!

Building Templates These templates are cut from high quality acrylic and are sized for a standard futozao (Tsugaru) shamisen with a Size 5 dou. Although the included book Shamisen of Japan has paper templates for you, the paper does wear down after multiple tracings. If you plan to build multiple shamisen, having durable acrylic templates on hand is very delightful.

One-on-One Video Calls with Kyle (Four 30-minute video calls) Although building shamisen is overall an incredible journey, specific aspects (especially joints making) can be quite frustrating. And in those times, sometimes having a teacher present can make a huge difference! With this service, Kyle can be available on video to answer your questions and offer tricks and solutions to challenging obstacles.
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