Written by Kristi Conley-Brockie and beautifully illustrated by Edward Rooks, The Magical Shamisen tells the story of a special shamisen which, when not played, turns into a dragon! The comic book is perfect for young children and any shamisen enthusiast!

Click to view Front Side and Back Side.

In 2014, seventeen international Bachido members joined together and competed at the largest tsugaru shamisen tournament in Japan. Brimming with shamisen passion and excitement, they took the stage and won First Place (yuusho)! This victorious group was called Team Bachido, and proudly donned crisp blue Happi coats.

Watch Team Bachido's winning performance here!

Now you can be a part of Team Bachido too! We specially ordered extra Bachido Happi so Bachido members like you can show your Bachido pride.

Wear it at your local Japanese culture fair, Anime convention or at a cocktail party! Everyone will love your fashion sense!

Missed ShamiCamp: California (2016)? We've still got some posters left! These 11" x 17" posters are thick, shiny and made from high quality 100# gloss paper. Whether or not you attended ShamiCamp, just think how cool you'll be with this memorobilia on your wall! (You'll be really cool!)

BUNDLE DEAL: Include an 11" x 17" poster for Stellar (by Monster's of Shamisen) for just five dollars! (Note: Does not include bachi) Click to view full-size images of ShamiCamp: California and Stellar posters.

Feel your passion for shamisen every time you stir coffee and tea with your ShamiSpoon! These high quality spoons are crafted with the finest materials and ready to keep your drink thoroughly mixed. Makes a great conversation piece! Designed by the amazing Brian Chan of Chosetec.

This is exactly the same as the Bachido Shamispoon (small) but larger. It holds one teaspoon and is great for sprinkling condiments over your coffee and pastries! (Shown next to the Bachido ShamiSpoon (Small) for comparison)

Off to the cafe to surf the web while enjoying a frothy latte? Slap a Bachido Sticker on your laptop or coffee mug! You never know when another Bachido member will be in the same cafe and recognize the mon!

Bachido Stickers are silk-screened and made of thick adhesive vinyl. They have three coats of 100% UV protection and have 5 Year effective outdoor capability. Whether you are lounging in sunny Okinawa or in the snowy mountains of Tsugaru, Bachido Stickers will last!

We know your love for shamisen burns like fire. Express your three stringed passion with these brilliant fiery-orange Bachido Buttons. These shiny, almost-glowing buttons look great on backpacks, laptop bags, or as giant earrings. Makes a great merit badge for day camp!

These glossy buttons have a high quality finish that looks like it was ripped off of a brand new motorcycle.

Why is everyone suddenly attracted to you? Is it your new haircut? Or is it the sexy embroidered Bachido Patch you just fitted onto your jacket? Adorn your bags, apparel and shamisen cases with high quality embroidered Bachido Patches!

These tightly stitched iron-on patches are made with vibrant rayon threads and durable canvas twill.

Shamisen Dragon

Available as T-Shirt and Hoodie!

When I walk down the street, everyone comes up to me and asks, "Kyle, why aren't there more dragons with shamisen??" I've been wondering the same thing as well. And now, we have the answer! Designed by Bachido member Lucas Icasatti, this Shamisen Dragon shirt features the two things we all love (besides coffee), shamisen and dragons!

Click here for full-size! The back of 'Shamisen Dragon' features the main artwork. The front of the shirt features the Bachido kanji.

Chop Builder!

Anyone who has enjoyed Mike Penny's educational videos at the Bachido Schoolhouse have learned sweet riffs from his inspiring Chop Builder series! Now, you can truly LIVE the Chop Builder lifestyle with official Mike Penny memorabilia!

The front of 'Chop Builder!' features the warm, smiling face of the amazing Mike Penny in high quality, velvety flock print. The back of the 'Chop Builder!' sports a subtle Bachido mon just below the collar.

Moonlight

After an awesome practice session in the park, the sun is setting and it's time to return home. As night sets in, the light of the moon guides your path down the city streets. A prickly chill envelopes the street, but you continue walking with your trusty shamisen and smile. Good thing you are wearing Moonlight, your new hoodie from Bachido!

The back of this warm garment was designed in Switzerland by Bachido member Alessandro Zecca. It features the silhouette of a shamisen tenjin behind a solid white circle. The front sports 'Bachido' written in kanji.

Blossom

Pink. Not just for ladies anymore! This amazing shirt was designed in Switzerland by Bachido member Alessandro Zecca. The back features the silhouette of a shamisen tenjin behind a circle of falling ume pedals. The front sports the full Bachido Mon placed directly over the heart, satisfying everyone's desire to feel like Iron Man!

Proudly represent your strong association to Bachido whether you are dominating the stage or picking up a quart of milk at the market! Your society’s name, ‘mon’ (symbol) and kanji are clearly displayed on the back and front (front boasting a special half ‘mon’), with an amazing person inside the shirt. (That’s you!)

Wow, this is so awesome, I could wear two of these at the same time!~ Kyle, Bachido Member