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  • A collection of fine Tsugaru Shamisen music played by Chikuzan…
    A collection of fine Tsugaru Shamisen music played by Chikuzan Takahashi.
  • Karma

    $36.00
    Shamisen album recorded by Masahiro Nitta and Yutaka Oyama. Ships…
    Shamisen album recorded by Masahiro Nitta and Yutaka Oyama. Ships from Japan.
  • Masahiro Nitta's solo shamisen album. Ships from Japan.
    Masahiro Nitta's solo shamisen album. Ships from Japan.
  • These CDs accompany the "Oyama Ryu - Minyo Collection (Books)"…
    These CDs accompany the "Oyama Ryu - Minyo Collection (Books)" as a learning resource for learning the songs.
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  • Scorebooks for tons of Minyo pieces, especially Tsugaru Minyo, in…
    Scorebooks for tons of Minyo pieces, especially Tsugaru Minyo, in the Oyama Ryu arrangements!
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  • These are Scorebooks/CD sets for minyo (folk) songs, arranged for…
    These are Scorebooks/CD sets for minyo (folk) songs, arranged for Tsugaru style by the Oyama Ryu. Note that all volumes are written in Japanese.
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  • This set includes the three Oyama Ryu Scorebooks, and an…
    This set includes the three Oyama Ryu Scorebooks, and an audio CD featuring recordings of all the pieces in the three scorebooks. A very fine collection indeed!
  • This collection of six music scores from Oyama Ryu are…
    This collection of six music scores from Oyama Ryu are all in San Sagari tuning. (C-F-Bb)
  • This collection of five music scores from Oyama Ryu are…
    This collection of five music scores from Oyama Ryu are all in Honchoushi tuning. (D-G-D, C-F-C, etc)
  • This collection of six music scores from Oyama Ryu are…
    This collection of six music scores from Oyama Ryu are all in Niagari tuning. (D-A-D, C-G-C, etc)
  • This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 10 songs in the…
    This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 10 songs in the Nitta Ryu (style).
  • This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 8 songs in the…
    This scorebook contains tablature (bunkafu) for 8 songs in the Nitta Ryu (style).
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    The Rose Shamisen

    $3,500.00 – $5000.00
    This is a very high-end Tsugaru Shamisen made-to-order by Tokyo…
    This is a very high-end Tsugaru Shamisen made-to-order by Tokyo Wagakki, the oldest and most respected shamisen workshop in Japan. To learn more about the Rose Shamisen please click on the link below!s

    Special Bonus!

    To help you get started with your brand-new Rose Shamisen, I am including several learning materials for free!
    • Bachido Shamisen Crash Course
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Sakura
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Ringo Bushi
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Yasaburo Bushi
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Tosa no Sunayama
    Important: This shamisen does NOT include any accessories required to play (no strings, plectrum, etc). Unless you already have accessories, please consider selecting The Tsugaru Shamisen Accessory Set option for all the essential items required to make your shamisen playable. Otherwise, by selecting The Rose Shamisen only, you will receive the masterfully built shamisen in an unplayable condition. The Tsugaru's Shamisen Accessory Set consists of entry level items so users can get the most affordable option to start playing. If you'd like to select your own accessories (to get preferred colors, choose particular bachi, add extra strings, etc), please go to Essentials and choose the best items for yourself. Need help in curating your shopping list? Learn about the most essential items here! Note: A Bachido membership (free) is required to access the courses. (Note: Each shamisen is built per order. Please allow nine to eleven weeks for construction, and feel free to contact store (at) bachido (dot) com if you have questions :-) )
  • Shamisen of Japan

    $39.00$69.00
    Shamisen of Japan teaches you how to professionally play and…
    Shamisen of Japan teaches you how to professionally play and make the Tsugaru Shamisen, simply and enjoyably! Shamisen of Japan is a valuable resource for both the beginner and the shamisen enthusiast! Ships from California.
    • Pages: 165
    • Size: 8½″×11″×½″
    • Binding: Paperback
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  • Made out of clear acrylic and looks very stylish. Perfect…
    Made out of clear acrylic and looks very stylish. Perfect for that clean look in your performance.
  • Made out of clear acrylic with a colored tint.
    Made out of clear acrylic with a colored tint.
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  • 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.
  • Skin Replacement

    $99.00$400.00
    It is said that 80% of the shamisen’s sound quality…
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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
  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • This set of Elite Itomaki is made from stabilized mango…
    This set of Elite Itomaki is made from stabilized mango wood, 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Standard Ebony Itomaki Set

    $350.00$450.00
    This set of Elite Itomaki is made entirely from Gaboon…
    This set of Elite Itomaki is made entirely from Gaboon Ebony. Beyond the soragara (star shape) style, it's a very standard type of itomaki.
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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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