Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Echos of Miyako: Taiko Drum Workshop

Give in to the powerful rhythm of a small town

Highlights

Feel the powerful spirit of this small town reverberate from Taiko drums!
The moment the rhythmic beat of the Taiko drum echos in your chest, you’ve captured a glimpse into the spirit of the Japanese people.
Deepen your knowledge of the Japanese mind and culture through the performance and direction of Miyako City’s major drumming team, ‘Yamaguchi Daiko Group’ at their practice session!
Join in the practice and be treated to an exciting performance by the group from the best seats in the house!

Start time：Varies by day

Tues & Thurs：19:00～21:00
Sun： 13:00～17:00

OUTLINE

What’s Included

・ Taiko experience fee

Not included

・ Transportation expenses to the meeting place

MEETING PLACE

TOUR COURSE

19:00

Meet at Kuromori Fureaikan

 

 

19:10

 Brief introduction, begin drumming experience 

19:20

Follow the instruction of the drumming team and learn how to play the traditional Taiko drums

 

20:20

Watch a powerful performance by the local drumming team! 

21:00

End of  tour.

TOUR DETAILS

Where
Kuromori Fureaikan
Time
2 to 3 hours
Size
2～5
Price
3300JPY～ (per guest) (※approx. $33 USD)
Sign-up Deadline
Reservations accepted up to two days prior to tour.

Cancellation Policy
The cancellation fee will be required in accordance with the policy below.Up to three days prior, no cancellation fee.Two days prior: 20% Day before: 30% On the day: 100%

TOUR PLAN

Basic Plan

Price 3300JPY～ (per guest)

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