Akainko – the Father of the Sanshin.
Every year, on March 4th of the lunar calendar, there is a festival in honor of the Father of the Sanshin, who is known by the name Akainko (child of the red dog). March fourth was chosen to be the date of recognition because of the word sanshin, with san meaning ‘three’ (third month) and ‘shi’ meaning ‘four’ (the fourth day).
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