Taiko Groups

Taiko is one of the most popular forms of Japanese culture practiced by Nikkei and non-Nikkei outside Japan. Nikkei have played a major role in both popularizing taiko around the world, and in transforming it. Learn about various groups around the world.

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TAIKOPROJECT United States
California
Los Angeles
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TAIKOPROJECT

The TAIKOPROJECT, founded in 2000, is an ensemble of America's premiere, emerging taiko drummers dedicated to preserving and disseminating American taiko drumming through educational activities and public performances. The ensemble's work balances the traditions and rich history of American taiko with a contemporary edge exploring new dimensions in ...

Phoenix Taiko Kai United States
Arizona
Phoenix

Phoenix Taiko Kai

Share the enjoyment of taiko.
Personal development.

Raiden Taiko Canada
British Columbia
Kamloops
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Raiden Taiko

MISSION
To advance Japanese Canadian cultural awareness and personal growth and development through Taiko drumming.

Tatsumaki Taiko United States
California
Berkeley
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Tatsumaki Taiko

To teach, perform, and share the excitement and energy of playing taiko with all those who love the beat.

San Jose Taiko United States
California
San Jose
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San Jose Taiko

Our Mission

Enrich the human spirit. Connect people beyond cultural and demographic boundaries.

San Jose Taiko, with a deep respect of cultural traditions and a commitment to artistic excellence, is dedicated to the advancement of the taiko art form through the development of its world-class Performing Ensemble and the San ...

Denver Taiko United States
Colorado
Denver

Denver Taiko

Denver Taiko is a community based organization whose primary goal is to share our cultural heritage with the community. We also strive to preserve this cultural art form by providing taiko training and exposure to the next generation. Our junior group currently has over 30 members. We perform in many ...

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