Japanese Character Collection The Japanese Character collection of Otamatones was created to celebrate Japanese culture by showcasing designs featuring popular and beloved figures including the Maneki-neko, or Lucky Cat, the Ninja, and the Kabuki theatre player. Kabuki is a classical Japanese dance-drama. Kabuki theatre is known for the stylization of its drama and for the elaborate Kumadori (make-up) worn by some of its performers. The Kabuki Otamatone features this unique style of makeup/face-painting. About the Otamatone An adorable, quirky instrument whose sound has been described as similar to that of a synthesizer or theremin with a playing style resembling that of a string instrument, the Otamatone creates electronic tones that you can control based on the position of your finger on the touch-sensitive fretboard. Use a switch on the back to choose an octave and slide your fingers up and down to play different notes. Open the Otamatone's mouth with a squeeze to change the sound from a hum to an “ahh” and create a “Wah Wah” effect. A perfect toy for lovers of all things cute, silly, and weird, the Otamatone also makes a great gag gift, and a unique and amusing gift for violinists and other musicians. Size: 5” x 14” x 3” Powered by: Regular: 3 AAA batteries Includes: Instructions + Practice sheet NOTE*** Due to display differences, actual colors may vary slightly from what appears online.