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When it comes to handpans, start with TAMARU.
Japan’s leading handpan studio in both the number of instruments handled and sold,
as well as trial sessions, lessons, and workshops offered.
A welcoming space for everyone — from first-time beginners to professional players.
We cover just about everything related to handpans.
ハンドパン 販売, レンタル, レッスン,  試奏体験
Handpan Workshop
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Handpan Workshop & Visit Information

At TAMARU, you can try many kinds of handpans from different makers and scales.
Beginners and people with no music experience are always welcome!

You can join alone or with friends — many people visit TAMARU from all over Japan.
If you’re not sure which handpan to buy, or just want to try playing one, please feel free to visit us.

 

Visiting the Studio

Reservation required
TAMARU is not a regular music shop that is open every day.
Please make sure to book your visit in advance.

  • “WS (Workshop)” refers to all sessions including trial lessons, tryouts, purchases, and lessons.

  • Even if you only visit the studio, a WS fee will apply because we provide professional guidance and individual explanations for each handpan.

  • “Trial WS / Practice Session” may include other participants.

  • “Private WS” is held individually (no other participants).

Instructors
Coji Cose(コウジ コセ)

Shu Nakamoto(シュウ ナカモト)

Yuto (ユウト)

Instructor schedules are shown on the calendar image.

How to Make a Reservation

  1. Check the business calendar for available dates.

  2. Fill out the “Handpan Worksho Reservation Form.”

If you don’t receive a reply within 24 hours after sending your message, it may have been missed.
In that case, please contact us again via:

TAMARU Calendar

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Types of Workshops

●○Handpan Trial Workshop○●

Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Fee: ¥3,000

Recommended for:
・Those who are curious about the handpan and want to try it for the first time
・Anyone thinking about buying a handpan but unsure which one to choose
・People who own one but don’t know how to make a good sound yet
・Complete beginners with no music experience (many participants are beginners!)

Level:
・Those who do not own a handpan yet or have never played
・Those who have one but are not confident about how to play it

●○Level-Up Practice Session○●
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Fee: ¥3,000
Duration: 90 minutes

Recommended for:
・Those who want to learn new melodies or rhythms
・Those interested in how to compose original songs
・Those who want to improve their tone and touch
・Those who wish to join jam sessions with other players

Level requirement:
(You qualify if any of the following apply)
You can already make basic sounds on a handpan
You have attended at least one WS by TAMARU
(Even if your playing level is still beginner, that’s totally fine!)

 

●○Private Workshop○●

Fee: ¥5,000 per person
Duration: 90 minutes
Available Times:
①10:00 – 11:30
②17:00 – 18:30

Details:
You can join alone, or with friends or family (small group welcome)
・Beginners are absolutely welcome!
・No prior music experience required
・You can learn not only playing techniques, rhythm, and composition, but also TAMARU-style recording methods, live performance setup tips, and more — feel free to ask anything!

Location
Handpan Studio TAMARU

1-2 Shoden-cho, Matsumuro, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto
The studio is located down a narrow alley, so using only the address in a map app may lead you astray. Please check the detailed access information in advance.
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Other Information
・Payment accepted in cash or PayPay
・No food or drinks are provided, but you may bring your own

Many participants have no musical background — the handpan is enjoyable for everyone!
Please feel free to visit and experience it for yourself.

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