Sakura 12 – Handmade Maple Lever Harp

The Sakura 12 Celtic Lever Harp is a beautifully handcrafted 12-string harp made from solid maple wood, combining a clear, gentle tone with an exceptionally compact, lightweight build. Its small size and manageable string range make it an ideal first harp for young children, absolute beginners, or anyone wanting a truly portable lap harp for practice and travel.

Maple offers a bright, focused tone alongside a light, durable structure, keeping the Sakura 12 easy to hold and comfortable for small hands. Individual sharpening levers make key changes quick and convenient, allowing players to explore a wider variety of music without repeatedly retuning the strings.

Why Choose the Sakura 12?

• 12 strings in an ultra-compact, beginner-friendly design

• Handcrafted from solid maple wood

• Sharping levers for convenient key changes

• Bright, clear and gentle tone

• Lightweight and easy to transport

• Ideal first harp for young children and absolute beginners

• Perfect for lessons, practice, travel and small performances

• Individually handcrafted with natural wood character

• A thoughtful gift for young musicians and folk-music enthusiasts

Harp Specifications

• Model: Sakura 12

• Number of strings: 12

• Instrument type: Celtic lever harp

• Wood type: Solid maple

• Finish: Natural wood finish

• String material: Japanese monofilament

• Levers: Sharping levers

Included Accessories

• Padded carry bag

• Tuning key

• Spare lever

Handcrafted Maple Construction

Maple is prized for its bright tonal clarity, light weight and fine, even grain. These qualities give the Sakura 12 a lively, articulate voice while keeping the instrument easy to carry and comfortable for smaller players.

Every Sakura 12 is individually handcrafted from natural wood. Subtle variations in grain, colour and finish give each instrument its own distinctive character.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Sakura 12 suitable for young children?
Yes. Its compact size, light weight and manageable 12-string range make it one of our most beginner- and child-friendly harps.

Is the Sakura 12 easy to transport?
Yes. Its small, lightweight design makes it easy to carry to lessons, practice sessions and travel.

What musical styles suit this harp?
The Sakura 12 is suitable for Celtic, Irish, folk, meditative, therapeutic, worship and simple classical music.

Does it ship worldwide?
Yes, the Sakura 12 ships worldwide.