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    The Akatsuki Shamisen

    $2,900.00 - $3,345.00
    The Akatsuki Shamisen, made by the legendary makers at Tokyo…
    The Akatsuki Shamisen, made by the legendary makers at Tokyo Wagakki (the oldest and most respected shamisen workshop in Japan). Read below to get all the details about this shamisen!

    Special Bonus!

    To help you get started with your brand-new Akatsuki, I am including several learning materials for free!
    • Bachido Shamisen Crash Course
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Tsugaru Jonkara Bushi (Kyu)
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Tsugaru Jonkara Bushi (Shin)
    • Premium Shamisen Course: The Nitta Ryu Intensive Technique Pack
    • Premium Shamisen Course: Advanced Kamashi
    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 Akatsuki 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 six to eight weeks for construction)
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  • Amethyst (Purple) Lacquered Bachido Doukake

    Lacquered Bachido Doukake

    $150.00 – $189.00
    This line of colorful Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle…
    This line of colorful Lacquered Doukake are made by Kyle Abbott and shipped from sunny Santa Cruz, California. These Doukake fits ONLY Tsugaru Shamisen (Size 5 dou). Please do not order if you have a Nagauta/Beginner's Shamisen or Jiuta Shamisen. All Lacquered Doukake are made to order. Please allow two weeks for crafting and lacquering.
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  • Shamisen Pickup

    Shamisen Pickup

    $87.00
    This is a piezo pickup. The contact is connected to…
    This is a piezo pickup. The contact is connected to a external jack which has a curved plate (and adhesive pad) in order for the jack to be mounted on the side of the dou.
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  • Hard Shell Mitsuori Case

    Hard Shell Mitsuori Case (with Straps)

    $245.00
    This case is designed to hold a shamisen with a…
    This case is designed to hold a shamisen with a fully disassembled sao. The interior is more minimalistic compared to the Soft Shell Mitsuori Case. (Less interior foam, but relatively more space to fill with miscellaneous items.)
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  • San no Ito (Gokujo)

    $12.00
    The third string on the shamisen (which is the thinnest…
    The third string on the shamisen (which is the thinnest string). Gokujo brand. Can be used for Nagauta style and Jiuta style (and technically Tsugaru style as well, but note that the aggressive style might break the silk strings quickly). Sold as a pack of five silk strings.
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  • Zagane (Tsugaru)

    $130.00
    Zagane (also called Fukurin) are the metal fittings attached to…
    Zagane (also called Fukurin) are the metal fittings attached to the itomaki holes. The idea is that the metal of the Zagane prevents the wood from wearing down. More importantly though, they look cool!
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  • Pure Silk Neo (String Tailpiece)

    $50.00
    This is a required item for shamisen, it is the…
    This is a required item for shamisen, it is the tailpiece which the strings are tied to. The Neo is fitted on the end of the shamisen, and it is made from pure silk.
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  • Nagauta Plastic Koma

    Nagauta Plastic Koma

    $30.00
    This is a full plastic koma with a height and…
    This is a full plastic koma with a height and shape typical for nagauta style. Note: Plastic koma are known for not sounding as good as koma made from bamboo, kouki, or anything else. We're offering it for those who specifically require it for nagauta style, but if you aren't formally pursuing that style, I'd highly recommend choosing any other koma.
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  • Half Kouki Susudake Koma

    Susudake Bamboo Koma (Half Kouki)

    $50.00
    Susudake Bamboo base with Kouki Tip. Height is 8.13mm
    Susudake Bamboo base with Kouki Tip. Height is 8.13mm
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  • Half Faux Black Bekko Koma

    Bamboo Koma (Half Faux Black Bekko)

    $50.00
    Bamboo base with half faux black bekko saddle. Height is…
    Bamboo base with half faux black bekko saddle. Height is 7.88mm
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  • Half Bekko Snakewood

    Snakewood Koma (Half Bekko)

    $55.00
    Snakewood base with half bekko saddle. Height is 6.35mm Please be…
    Snakewood base with half bekko saddle. Height is 6.35mm Please be careful with handling, as snakewood can be brittle!
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  • Faux Bekko Tip Susudake Koma

    Susudake Bamboo Koma (Faux Bekko Tip)

    $50.00
    Susudake Bamboo base with Faux Bekko Tip. Height is 7.41mm
    Susudake Bamboo base with Faux Bekko Tip. Height is 7.41mm
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  • Bone Tip Bamboo Koma

    Large Bamboo Koma (Bone Tip)

    $45.00
    Wider than most tsugaru koma. Height: 8.89mm
    Wider than most tsugaru koma. Height: 8.89mm
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  • Kouki Koma (Bone Tip)

    $50.00
    Koma with a Kouki base and bone saddle. Scroll below…
    Koma with a Kouki base and bone saddle. Scroll below for sound test video!
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  • Itomaki Repair Itomaki Repair

    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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  • Vintage Tone, Skin Replacement

    Skin Replacement (Natural Skin)

    $200.00 – $400.00
    Looking to have the skins of your shamisen replaced with…
    Looking to have the skins of your shamisen replaced with a fresh natural skin? No problem at all! All you have to do is send your dou (soundbox) to Kyle and he will remove the old skins and replace them with new natural skins. After you order the service, Kyle will send you the shipping information and will start working on your repair as soon as he receives your dou. Note: Currently, Kyle is replacing natural skin for nagauta and jiuta shamisen. For those wanting high tension natural skin for tsugaru shamisen, he will connect you with his partner in Japan.  
     

    Possible extra costs

    1. Broken Dou: The glue on vintage shamisen is known to fail due to age. Sometimes, the corner joints of the dou are already separated and are simply held together by the skins alone! When this happens, the dou must be reglued before reskinning. Please note there may be a $50 to $100 extra fee if this happens.
    2. Rubber Pad (Dou Gomu): If your dou has a rubber pad (dou gomu) attached to it, please remove it before shipping. Unlike new dou gomu, (which peel off easily and cleanly) the rubber of old dou gomu are often partially disintegrated and crumble when trying to remove it. It's a considerable hassle, and there may be $20 extra fee to remove it.
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  • Tsugaru Shamisen CD

    Tsugaru Shamisen CD

    $36.00
    A collection of fine Tsugaru Shamisen music played by Chikuzan…
    A collection of fine Tsugaru Shamisen music played by Chikuzan Takahashi.
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  • Karma

    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.
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  • Japanese DNA

    Japanese DNA

    $29.00
    Masahiro Nitta's solo shamisen album. Ships from Japan.
    Masahiro Nitta's solo shamisen album. Ships from Japan.
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  • Oyama Ryu - Scorebook Set

    Oyama Ryu – Scorebook Set

    $115.00
    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!
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  • Oyama Ryu - Scorebook (San Sagari)

    Oyama Ryu – Scorebook (San Sagari)

    $23.00
    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)
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  • Oyama Ryu - Scorebook (Hon Choushi)

    Oyama Ryu – Scorebook (Hon Choushi)

    $23.00
    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)
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    Rose Shamisen

    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 :-) )
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  • Shamisen Building Templates

    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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  • 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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  • Sanshin Set

    $250.00 – $450.00
    The Sanshin Set includes everything needed to start playing Sanshin!…
    The Sanshin Set includes everything needed to start playing Sanshin! Available with either Natural or Synthetic snake skin.
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  • Nitta Model: Size 7 Tsugaru Shamisen

    $2,000.00 – $3,500.00
    This shamisen features a Size 7 dou, which is the…
    This shamisen features a Size 7 dou, which is the largest dou available for shamisen. (Not a very common size, and doukake have to be custom made)
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  • Kyle’s Recommended Tsugaru Shamisen Set

    $2,947.00
    This set includes a Tsugaru Shamisen as well as all…
    This set includes a Tsugaru Shamisen as well as all the accessories (including a higher end bachi) needed for a very comfortable playing experience.
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  • The Cuckoo

    $14.95
    This is my first studio album, the Cuckoo. Personally I…
    This is my first studio album, the Cuckoo. Personally I cringe when I listen to this one, as I enjoy my newer works a lot more. My wife likes this album though.
    Bandcamp
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  • Manyo Desiccant Pouch

    Manyo Desiccant Pouch

    $10.00
    This desiccant pouch is meant to remove moisture from the…
    This desiccant pouch is meant to remove moisture from the Manyo sheet (which in turn is meant to remove moisture from the natural skin on shamisen) once it becomes saturated with moisture. To use, put both the "Manyo Desiccant Pouch" and “Manyo: Advanced Moisture Control” sheet inside a plastic bag in order for the pouch to effectively remove moisture from the sheet.
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  • Koma Case - White

    Koma Case – White

    $60.00
    This is a decorative cased used to keep your koma…
    This is a decorative cased used to keep your koma (shamisen bridges) safe and protected in a classy way.
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  • Washi Fukuro

    Washi Fukuro

    $10.00
    This fukuro is made of rice paper. Like a traditional…
    This fukuro is made of rice paper. Like a traditional desiccant, it absorbs moisture and thus is put over the dou in order to absorb moisture from the natural skin. (Not required for synthetic skin)
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  • Mitsuori Fukuro

    Mitsuori Fukuro

    $108.00
    This fukuro intended for storing a shamisen which has been…
    This fukuro intended for storing a shamisen which has been disassembled. It's pretty cool and I used to use it all the time, but it's not necessary if you're already storing the disassembling shamisen in a case.
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  • Dou Fukuro

    Dou Fukuro

    $50.00
    A soft Dou Fukuro used for keeping the shamisen dou…
    A soft Dou Fukuro used for keeping the shamisen dou safe and protected.
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  • San no Ito (Gintsuki)

    San no Ito (Gintsuki)

    $9.00
    The third string on the shamisen (which is the thinnest…
    The third string on the shamisen (which is the thinnest string). Gintsuki brand. Can be used for Nagauta style and Jiuta style (and technically Tsugaru style as well, but note that the aggressive style might break the silk strings quickly). Sold as a pack of five silk strings.
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  • Shinobi Koma - Kobashiki

    Shinobi Koma – Kobashiki

    $203.00
    This Shinobi Koma - Kobashiki is the best Shinobi Koma…
    This Shinobi Koma - Kobashiki is the best Shinobi Koma available.
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