koto is the national instrument of japan.it is the traditional stringed istrument in japan.it is said that it is introduced in japan from china.the history of koto dates back to the 16th century.
it is typically made up of Paulownia wood.the treatment of the wood before making the koto varies trmendeously.one koto maker seasons the wood for near about a year onthe roof of the house.it may or may not be decorated by metal figures,totrise shells,ivory etc.
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