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Satsuma Biwa Gogen Suimei Fujino

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Saitama

2018(24th) 2017(23rd)

Satsuma Biwa is an instrument played to lift the morale of warriors during the Sengoku Period, and it doubled as a weapon. Songs for the instrument are centered on The Genpei war and the wars during the Sengoku Period. Please enjoy the Satsuma Biwa performance that has won awards at numerous contests, including the Biwa Contest by the Agency for Cultural Affairs.

2017(23rd)

Satsuma biwa was played for the morale rise of samurai during the Sengoku period. Its “bachi” or plectrum was also a great weapon. Many songs talk about the Genpei Battle and battle of Sengoku.

Satsuma Biwa Gogen Suimei Fujino won the 2nd place at the Biwa Music Competition, Agency for Cultural Affairs. Also, the group is recognized as the member of the Japan Biwa Music Association.

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