Experience exhilarating wadaiko drumming led by a professional musician and performer
2 hour private experience
Location: Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo
Offered in Japanese, with a friendly Deeper Japan guide interpreting in your language
A minimum of 2 guests is required to book. Solo participants are welcome but will be charged the 2-person rate
Meet the Master
What you’ll do
Encounter the thrilling sound and history of the taiko drum in a private wadaiko workshop led by a taiko performer. Learn the basics of playing the taiko and get the chance to play on a variety of drums. Then, witness a taiko performance by the master himself.
Who can attend
Guests of all ages can attend
What to wear
Comfortable clothing is recommended
Availability
Everyday
Session 1 (09:00 - 11:00)
Session 2 (13:30 - 15:30)
Session 3 (16:00 - 18:00)
Access
30 minutes by car from Tokyo Station
The Heartbeat of Japan
The reverberations of the taiko drum echo not just through space, but through the body and spirit. From the thunderous booms of o-daiko, towering drums taller than a person, to the sharp crack of smaller shime-daiko, taiko rhythms have pulsed through Japanese history for centuries. With multifarious uses—from communication to religious chants, traditional theater to contemporary performance—the song of the taiko is interwoven everywhere, bridging ancient ritual with modern culture. While currently, taiko drums can be constructed from a wide range of materials, traditional taiko were once carved whole from the trunk of a keyaki tree, transformed into hollow caverns and covered with a piece of animal hide, pinned precisely in place by metal studs, a work of art in construction alone. Step into this tradition yourself by joining a professional wadaiko master, a performer who has graced stages both within Japan and around the world. In a private workshop, you’ll learn not only the essential techniques of stance, grip, and rhythm, but also the deeper philosophy behind the art—the harmony of body, breath, and drum. Feel the resounding rhythm course through your body as you strike, letting the sound of the taiko—Japan's heartbeat—ground you in the present moment.
Cancellation Policy
Please make your booking at least 3 days in advance. See cancellation policy here.
A detailed itinerary will be emailed to you once your booking has been confirmed.
