Japan music store transforms into hands-on bar at night

A small music store in the western Japan city of Okayama turns into a unique bar at night where people can drink and play wind instruments displayed in the store.At 8 p.m. Hattori Kangakki closes as a wind instrument store, the lights go out and candles are lit, signaling the opening of Gakkiya Bar, which welcomes musicians and non-musicians alike.Gold- and silver-colored instruments shine in the dim light, while some 60 alcoholic beverages are offered at a makeshift bar counter made of a flute showcase."It's hard to start playing wind instruments when you are alone. We want to help people …READ FULL ARTICLE