Composer Miya Masaoka has started playing the "Laser Koto," a futuristic version of the traditional Japanese stringed instrument, the Koto, that's been around since the 8th century. Masaoka outfitted ...

Each new year, the Chinese zodiac cycles through 12 different animals: rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. The horse represents hard work, bravery and ...

NEYAGAWA, Osaka -- After tens of thousands of adjustments and eight years of hard work, a craftsman in west Japan has finally created a mechanical doll that plays the "koto" traditional string ...

In short: Takako Haggarty is a music teacher who works with children who are vision impaired and disabled. Playing the koto has helped students improve mobility skills and emotional regulation. What's ...

Koto master, Satsuki Odamura was sent to Australia more than 30 years ago, by prominent Koto figure of Japan to spread the traditional Japanese instrument in the county. She has pioneered awareness of ...