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TEXTURE OF SANSHIN

Wataru Kousaka

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Zen mind, loud sound.
Sanshin with a new attitude.
This piece transcends traditional sanshin playing, not just plucking strings, but striking and rubbing the neck.
Is this music? It's a deconstructed soundscape challenging conventional structures.

Performed by Wataru Kousaka

Artist Profile

  • Wataru Kousaka

    Wataru Kousaka is a musician from Okinawa who explores the resonances of traditional Asian instruments through an ambient and New Age approach. Rooted in the cultural depth of his island heritage, he creates meditative soundscapes with instruments such as the Okinawan sanshin, Vietnamese dan bau, and Indian sarod. Inspired by the gentle aesthetics of folktronica and the quiet strength of Eastern philosophy, his performances blend acoustic textures with real-time effects using delay and loop pedals. This allows him to build immersive layers of sound that feel both timeless and deeply personal. His music invites listeners into spacious, reflective journeys shaped by resonance and stillness. It speaks to those drawn to organic sound, mindful listening, and the beauty of simplicity.

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