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== Etymology and Alternative Spellings ==
Chinese: 拍子木

== Construction ==
Hyoshigi is a simple wooden clapper made of two pieces of hardwood connected by a thin, ornamental rope.

== History ==
Hyoshigi is often used in festivals, traditional performing arts and ceremonies. The cracking sound draws the attention of people at the beginning of an event. 

== Technique ==

== Manufacturers ==

== See Also ==
[[Claves]]

== Reference ==

[[Category: Percussion Instruments]]
[[Category: History]]
[[Category: History-Instruments]]
[[Category: Asian Instruments]]
[[Category: Japanese Instruments]]