This is the 2700th most frequent Japanese word.

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"Koto" - A traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument.


琴 (koto) refers here to a traditional Japanese string instrument.

彼女は琴を弾くのが上手です。

She is skilled at playing the koto.


琴 (koto) is used to signify its presence in the cultural representation of Japanese music.

日本の音楽には琴がよく登場します。

The koto often appears in Japanese music.


琴 (koto) is mentioned to explain an interest or action regarding mastering this instrument.

琴を演奏したいなら、専門の先生に習うと良いです。

If you want to play the koto, it is good to learn from a specialized teacher.