Traditional and contemporary shamisen musician and composer. Includes biography, discography with audio samples, shamisen history and styles including hauta and risogaku. [English/Japanese]

Dr. Hae-kyung Um's book review of The Birth of Tsugaru Shamisen Music.

Introduction with audio sample and tunings.

Information about the shamisen, a stringed instrument. Includes tuning and building.

History of shamisen music and concert dates of Shadan-hojin Kyoto Todo-kai.

Article about renewed interest in the instrument. Includes links.

Master musician combining traditional and contemporary styles. Includes biography, concert schedule, audio samples, profiles of collaborators, and information about the instrument. [English/Japanese]