I've always had this app from my first iPod Touch years ago and downloaded on my newest Apple device. Thank you so much for keeping it updated! As for the app: iKoto is a great introduction to the Koto's soothing, elegant, harp-like melody. I've been to a koto concert (Miyabi with Masayo Ishigure) and the music moves you emotionally. This app captures the beauty of this ancient instrument in the palm of your hand.

I loved this app and always had this "vintage" app on my iPhones since 2008. Thanks for keeping it working! From 2008: Boy, I wanted to make this App! What a great job: simple; elegant; beautiful; great sound and no 'click' sounds. Great job, guys! Would love ability to port songs, btw ;)

You can’t have your phone on silent mode and I normally do.

I originally downloaded the first version and I enjoyed it immensely. It had one scale, was simple to use, and glitch-free. The new update is so wonderful, I had to write a review. It's very calming to pluck out notes and hear the calming scales we associate with the Koto. The graphics are quite nice too.It now has 11 scales to choose from, ranging from plaintive to happy. You can also bend the pitch of the string! The demo contains three songs, that indicate the scales used, shows the performance on screen, and indicates string-bend notes. You can also record three of your own performances.Musicians: This app would be great for recording. There is subtle low-level sample noise, but it only appear the duration of the note.Developers: this app is perfect. I love it. How about having the option of having background sounds, like wind, a stream, birds chirping?