Welcome to the LJMU Shamisen Society! We are welcoming all students who have a passion for Japanese culture and musical instruments, including Shamisen. Our society is for anyone who enjoys these things. Whether you want to learn how to play the Shamisen or not doesn’t matter. If you want to, we provide you an opportunity to play the Shamisen twice a month. If you are interested in other Japanese culture - such as art, architecture, gardens, music, or Japanese, we are happy to have you join us.

We meet the 1st and the 3rd Friday of each month at 6 PM at Room…. We play the Shamisen together and explore Japanese culture. For beginners, we start with songs like “Twinkle Twinkle” or “Sakura sakura (cherry blossoms)”. We also sing Japanese traditional songs, ‘Kouta’ or short songs, in Japanese with English explanations. If you play another instrument, we encourage you to share your experience and collaborate with us!

Once in a while, we also visit Japanese gardens in Liverpool together, and learn their unique features. There are no fees to join.

Stay connected and get the latest event details via our Instagram page. 

Joining the LJMU Shamisen Society is a journey into Japanese culture and gain new experiences. Our society is a perfect way to expand your worldview through Japanese culture. Since there are no other shamisen classes in person in Liverpool, this is your exclusive chance to pick up this traditional instrument. Don't miss out—join the journey!

Each society is led by a student committee responsible for running the society, organising activities, and representing its members. The committee is chaired by the Society President, with support from other elected roles.

President - Makiko Miyashita

Vice President -  Dagmara Firlej

Communications Officer -  Ruby Turnbull

Treasurer -  Makiko Miyashita

Social Secretary -  Makiko Miyashita

Welfare Officer -  Makiko Miyashita

Charity Officer -  Makiko Miyashita