Tsugaru shamisen virtuoso Ryuji Goshiki Tsugaru shamisen concert at an old private house

Tsugaru shamisen concert by Tsugaru shamisen master Ryuji Goshiki, who has over 60 years of artistic experience, will be held in the earthen floor of the former Yoshida family residence, which is designated as a National Important Cultural Property. This is a rare opportunity to fully enjoy the charm of Tsugaru shamisen.
Please come and listen to the powerful yet delicate tones of Ryuji Goshiki's heart.

Ryuji Goshiki
Iemoto of Tsugaru shamisen Goshiki Ryuji, resident of Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture
2002 Received the "Min'yo Technical Achievement Medal" from the Japan Min'yo Association
2020 Received "Meijin rank" from the Japan Folk Song Society
Currently performs on stage, trains younger performers, and serves as a judge for the Tsugaru Shamisen and Tsugaru Min'yo National Tournament.

At the age of 17, he moved from Hokkaido to Tokyo with his shamisen wrapped in a furoshiki cloth.
His master taught him only one piece of music, the 6-dan. He did not know how to match strings or even how to hold a plectrum.
He continued to play the shamisen with no effort, while wearing himself out both physically and mentally.
He practiced until the sun rose, losing track of time and sparing no time for sleep.
Each note he created was the essence of Ryuji Goshiki's life.
He says, "My role is to help others with the Tsugaru shamisen, and I will never be satisfied with my work.