Hyōshigi

Hyōshigi
Other namesConcussion Blocks, Kabuki Blocks, Kabuki Clappers
Classification Concussion Idiophone

The hyōshigi (拍子木) is a simple Japanese musical instrument, consisting of two pieces of hardwood or bamboo often connected by a thin ornamental rope. The clappers are played together or on the floor to create a cracking sound. Sometimes they are struck slowly at first, then faster and faster.

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