Guitar Atlas: Japan teaches about Japanese scales, modes, & tunings, & traditional instruments such as the shamisen, koto, shakuhachi, & more. Learn guitar techniques to emulate the sounds of these exotic instruments. Discover the fascinating world of Kabuki music, including a style of shamisen playing called ozatsuma. Learn about the Bon odori, or bon dances, held during the summer festival of Bon. This exciting introduction to the music of Japan offers new and interesting pieces.