During this period, genres associated with certain solo instruments (as in Chinese music) also arose, particularly for the shakuhachi, koto, and samisen (a three-stringed lute).

• 在这段时期，与某种独奏乐器相关的乐体也开始兴起，尤其是为了尺八、日本古琴和三味线（一种三弦乐器）所作的音乐。