The origin of this guitar like instrument is from China in the 14th or 15th century. Subsequently, the Okinawans made improvements to suit their own style and it has become the most essential instrument in Ryukyuan (Okinawan) music.
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The origin of this guitar like instrument is from China in the 14th or 15th century. Subsequently, the Okinawans made improvements to suit their own style and it has become the most essential instrument in Ryukyuan (Okinawan) music.
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| Photo : Okinawa Prefectural Museum |
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