# 笙Time — Sho Simulator

> A virtual simulator for the traditional Japanese Sho instrument. (iPhone/iPad app by Tomohisa Himeno.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time/id1479262268 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tomohisa Himeno](https://appshunter.io/developer/928859848)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $3.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-10-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-01
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time/id1479262268/reviews.md

## What is 笙Time?

"笙Time" is a "笙(Sho)" simulator.
"笙(Sho)" is traditional Japanese instrument for "雅楽(Gagaku - Japanese traditional music)"
It has thin 17 bamboo pipes. It sounds like small pipe organ.

Each button play blow notes.
( ' means upper octave notes)

"乞" : { A, E, A', B', E', F#' }
"一" : { B, D, E, A', B', F#' }
"工" : { C#, D, E, G#, A', B' }
"凢" : { D, E, A', B', E', F#' }
"乙" : { E, A', B', D', E', F#' }
"下" : { F#, G#, A', B', D', F#' }
"十" : { F#, G, A', B', D', E' }
"美" : { G#, A', B', C', D', F#' }
"行" : { A', B', D', E',  F#' }
"比" : { A', B', C', D', E', F#' }

Each note is not on "Equal Temperament", but on "Pure Temperament" or "Pythagorean Temperament".
Also the default base key A=430Hz

Tilting your phone, the playing volume change.
Push a button and drag your finger to out of the button, then the note can be hold. 

Setting view can set below parameters.
- Available fingering mode
  "Sho" has limit fingerings. If you want to use all button, set this mode off.
- Attack and Release Envelope
   You can set envelope time (0 to 1000 ms)
- Tone Color
   You can select tone color (Hard/Medium/Soft)

## Key features

- Sho instrument simulation
- Traditional Japanese music (Gagaku)
- 17 bamboo pipes sound
- Volume control via tilting
- Note holding functionality
- Adjustable fingering modes
- Customizable attack/release envelope
- Selectable tone colors


## Frequently asked questions about 笙Time

### What is 笙Time?

笙Time is a mobile application that simulates the traditional Japanese Sho instrument. The Sho is a wind instrument used in Gagaku, a form of Japanese traditional music, and features 17 bamboo pipes.

### How do I play notes on 笙Time?

You play notes by pressing the buttons on the screen. Each button corresponds to a specific note or set of notes. You can also hold a note by pushing a button and dragging your finger outside of it.

### Can I adjust the sound of the Sho in 笙Time?

Yes, you can customize the sound by selecting different tone colors (Hard/Medium/Soft) and adjusting the attack and release envelope times, ranging from 0 to 1000 milliseconds.

### Does 笙Time have ads?

No, 笙Time does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application designed for an uninterrupted user experience.

### What devices is 笙Time compatible with?

笙Time is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS operating systems.

### How often is 笙Time updated?

The latest version of 笙Time is 1.1.1, last updated on January 14, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development.

### What is the price of 笙Time?

笙Time is available for purchase at $3.99. This is a one-time purchase price.

### What age rating does 笙Time have?

笙Time has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals interested in music.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2026-01-14

Set encryption flag into App

### 1.1 — 2023-02-18

Changed Max Frequency to 450 Hz

### 1.0 — 2019-10-02

No release notes.

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