[Koto 35% Main harmonic bed Pluck softly, low velocity, use reverb] [Guzheng (古琴/古筝) 15% Texture, glissando accents Filter highs gently] [Shamisen 10% Rhythmic texture Very soft picking, avoid percussive attacks] [Shakuhachi 10% Emotional melodic phrases Use airy breathiness] [Erhu 10% Secondary lyrical voice Keep bow pressure light] [Ambient pad 15% Space, softness Low volume, long reverb] [Soft taiko / frame drum 5% Gentle heartbeat pulse Soft mallet samples only]
