Nenes

The Nenes (ネーネーズ) are a group of four women who sing Okinawan folk songs, and perform on traditional instruments and in traditional costumes. While Okinawa is today considered part of Japan, it has its own distinct culture, of which residents are very proud. Okinawa is also a tropical island and resort oriented locale, which many people enjoy visiting. Traditional Okinawan music is usually played on a three stringed instrument called a sanshin, which is similar to the Japanese shamisen, and perhaps related to the banjo.