This weird Japanese instrument is equal parts horrifying and satisfying

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by Sindy Cator on July 6, 2016 at 9:35 am

Posted In: Around the Web, Insider, instrument, Japan, Music, otamatone, Shareables

If it’s not organizing the world’s first VR porn festival, Japan is home to many weird creations. Look at that little dance at the end. Meet Otamatone, a friendly-looking, eighth note that doubles as a musical instrument. By pressing the note’s stem, sounds play from a speaker located inside its head. When you pinch and move is mouth, these sounds change — truly magical. What an unforgettable opening. Even though these videos make it seem like its easy to play, it’s actually extremely obnoxious. When I got my hands on one during a stay in Tokyo, I barely managed to get two notes out.…