fans. >> i love shamisen. craftsmanship is amazing. >> reporter: abbott's post about its struggles led to more than 20 people ordering instruments. >> nobody who can make that high-quality shamisena at a reasonable price. it is important for tokyo and the global community. >> reporter: performances are gradually being staged again. orders are coming in from people and retailers who heard about the plight. but without support, seeing a brighter horizon. >> translator: i'm deeply convinced very a mission to pass on japan's shamisen's culture. i want to make sure the business goes on by finding a successor within three or four years. >> reporter: shamisen's distinctive sound has captivated audiences both at home and abroad for centuries, a anand o taki and fans around the world. >>> residents of much of japan are expecting gorgeous weather during the weekend. our meteorologist sayaka mori joins us now with the details. >> on sunday there will be a ceremony in japan where asians go to shrine and wear kimono. and l