Loading scale harmonizer with triads and seventh chords...
G# hirajoshi scale
Fretboard diagram
G# hirajoshi scale — chords and intervals
The G# hirajoshi scale is the most iconic Japanese scale, originally used for tuning the koto. On guitar, it contains the notes G#, A#, B, D#, E. Its poignant intervals create a wistful, traditional sound that has been adopted by rock guitarists to add an oriental edge to modern music. The diatonic chords of G# hirajoshi are G# minor augmented, D# suspended fourth, B unknown, G# minor, E unknown.
The G# hirajoshi scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 5 ♭6.
Intervals: W-H-2W-H-2W.
Diatonic chords: G# minor augmented, D# suspended fourth, B unknown, G# minor, E unknown.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the G# hirajoshi scale on guitar.