Kōbo Tasogare

A song associated with Kenji Miyazawa (1896-1933). One hundred years ago, in 1926, Miyazawa resigned from his position at Hanamaki Agricultural School and began working in agriculture. At the same time, he established the Rasu Chijin Association, where he gave lectures on agriculture and held musical gatherings. During this period, he taught himself to play the organ and also took lessons in Tokyo toward the end of the year. This song is believed to have been copied from an organ instruction book that he used, although its title, composer, and other details have not been identified.

Performed on a 20-string metal-strung harp made of Kitayama cedar (op. 372), designed and handcrafted by the performer.