Thank you for visiting. This is the shamisen's "second string" (ni no ito). It is often used in Tsugaru-jamisen. This is not a used item, but a new one, so there is no deterioration. (The freshness of the strings is vital.) The price includes shipping, so we cannot offer a discount... However, if you: - Purchase multiple items - Purchase with other products We can offer a discount, so please comment beforehand. If you have any opinions or questions, please feel free to comment. #Shamisen #ShamisenStrings