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Wood used to make the shamisen

Photo:Shinya Maezaki2021-05-15

Kyoto Women's University, Lifestyle Design Laboratory
Kyōto-shi, Japan

There are 3 main types of wood used to make the shamisen: mahogany, Chinese quince and red sandalwood.

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Title: Wood used to make the shamisen
Creator: Photo:Shinya Maezaki
Date Created: 2021-05-15
Location Created: Higashiyama's Ajiki Alley
Original Language: Japanese
Subject Keywords: Shamisen
Type: Musical instrument
Rights: © Satoshi Nonaka

Kyoto Women's University, Lifestyle Design Laboratory

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