Asano Taiko

Taiko Workshop with Art Lee

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 15:29:31 +0900

【How do you play taiko with multiple drums?】

Take this workshop and

　　　learn how to play taiko using multiple drums!

Date:　March 27, 2010 (Saturday)

Time: 10:00AM-2:00PM

Location:　Asano-EX

　Address: 1038-1 Mizushima-machi,

Hakusan-shi, Ishikawa

Workshop Leader: Art Lee (TOKARA)

Fee: 3,000JPY

　　　　　(2,000JPY if you purchase/purchased the

　　　　　TOKARA (Hakusan) Concert ticket）

Contact: 　TOKARA：　tel　0265.569.8768　

　　　　　　　Asano　Taiko：　teｌ:　076.277.1721

About Asano Taiko

Fri, 15 Jan 2010 10:27:09 +0900

Asano Taiko crafts all aspects of our instruments from start to finish. Asano Taiko was founded by taiko maker Saemongoro in 1609. Saemongoro was summoned from Harima (today's Hyogo Prefecture) by the Kaga clan, and founded Asano Taiko in Fukutomi, Ishikawa village (today's Fukudome in Hakusan City).

Since that time, Asano Taiko has produced taiko and tsuzumi for Nohgaku and Gagaku, as well as saddles for equestrian arts, and has promoted the performing and military arts of the Kaga clan. Even thought the times have changed, our traditional skills continue to be passed down even as we strive to develop the knowledge to meet changing demands.

Throughout the generations the sound of the taiko has been the thread that connects the hearts and skill of Asano Craftmen with that of the performers to the present day. By loving the spirit of the trees, and by communicating with the wood, Asano Taiko has continued to spin that thread.

In 1998, Asano Taiko completed the world's largest taiko, the culmination of 400 years of skill and tradition. To pass on the taiko sound to the future-the sound which has excited the hearts of those who hear it from ancient times- Asano Taiko continues to make wadaiko with all their heart.

From cutting the tree and shipping the bole to finishing the body, lacquering, and tacking, the experienced master craftsmen of Asano Taiko handcraft instruments that will meet your highest expectations.

Kodo Ubusuna Concert in Ishikawa

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 14:53:52 +0900

Kodo is coming to Ishikawa!

TICKETS NOW ON SALE

Concert Information:

Date: March 17, 2010 (Wednesday)

Time: Doors open at 6:00PM

Starts at 6:30PM

Location: Hakusanshi Tsurugi Sogo Bunka Hall Crane

Ticket Prices: Advance Tickets 3,500yen

Door Tickets 3,800yen

Contact: Asano Taiko TEL: 076-277-2771

Asano Taiko Drum Exhibit （太鼓の里　資料館）

Sat, 26 Dec 2009 14:28:17 +0900

Introducing DRUMS from worldwide at the

太鼓の里　資料館 (Asano Taiko DRUM EXHIBIT)

Not only does our exhibit have taiko (Japanese drum), but there are over 100 different types

of drums from all over the world including Africa, Southeast Asia, North and South America here at our Taiko no Sato Shiryokan （太鼓の里　資料館）

Also, please come and check out the 6shaku (approximately 6ft. diameter) taiko. There are drums for you to actually hit and feel how it is to play! Come and stop by or feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

Open hours: 10AM-4PM
Closed: Tuesday
Admission: Adults-300yen
Youths ages-5-15 200yen
Children 4 and under-Free

Group Admission (Groups of 20 or more) :
Adults- 250yen per person
Youths- 150yen per person

＊If you would like to come as a group, please make a reservation in advance：

Phone #: 076-277-2771

E-mail: asano@taiko.jp

Address: 586 Fukudome, Hakusan-City, Ishikawa Prefecture 924-0051

Nagado-taiko

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 16:12:52 +0900

The most typical style of drum exemplifying "taiko" as an instrument is the nagado (long-bodied) style of taiko. Each nagado-taiko is carved from a single, solid piece of wood. The types of wood we use for the body can be divided into two broad categories, keyaki and meari. Keyaki (zelkova serrata) is a premium hardwood considered to be the best material for taiko body construction. Meari is a broad term referring to a number of types of wood that can include camphor, horse chestnut, sen and bubinga.

stand (Nagado-Taiko)

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 10:19:36 +0900

Butokudojyo stand	Hachijyo stand	Yonhon stand
Naname stand	Okyou stand	Kagura stnad

Asano's original stand

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:09:33 +0900

Shikaku stand MIyake stand Chihibu stand

This original stand created by the craftsmen of Asano Taiko can be used as a shikaku stand, a Miyake stand and a Chichibu stand.

case (Nagado-Taiko)

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:39:28 +0900

We recommend storing drums in cases in order to keep them in the best condition.

Rental Taiko

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 14:02:48 +0900

Do you need extra taiko for your concert or performances?
We have a variety of sizes available from the smallest shime taiko to the largest Odaiko for rent.
Japanese drum sizes are traditionally referred to by the size of the drum head diameter. Sizes below are in both Japanese and U.S. measurement units for your convenience. (Note: 1 shaku = 0.9942008 feet, and 1 sun = 1.193041 inches)

Odaiko:	Sizes range from 2-shaku 4-sun to 5-shaku (from 2'5" to 5' diameter)
Nagado taiko:	From 1-shaku to 2-shaku 1-sun (from 1' to slightly over 2' diameter)
Hira taiko:	3-shaku and 3-shaku 2-sun (3' head and 3' 2.5" in diameter)
Eitetsu Okedo taiko:	1-shaku 6-sun to 2-shaku size (from 1' 7" size to 2' size)
Okedo taiko:	2-shaku 5-sun, 2-shaku 8 -sun, 3-shaku size (2' 6", 2' 9.5", and 3' sizes)
Shime taiko:	Namitsuke to 5 cho size (shime come in 5 sizes, the 5cho size is the largest)5-sun, 2-shaku 8 -sun, 3-shaku size (2' 6", 2' 9.5", and 3' sizes)

O Taiko

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 16:31:19 +0900

Nagado-taiko larger than 3 shaku (90cm) in diameter are called Odaiko. The Odaiko is usually the focal point of a kumi taiko group and is often used for solo performances.

Asano Taiko Showroom （浅野太鼓楽器店）

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 15:34:04 +0900

If you are wanting Taiko Drums, let us know so we can give you more information.

OR if you are wanting to rent some Taiko Drums, click here for more information.

We also have many merchandises lined up at the showroom, such as;　　　　

　　　●Bachi
　　　●Bachi bags
　　　●Tabi
　　　●Chanchiki
　　　●Chappa
　　　●Fue
　　　●Books (Taikology and more)
　　　●CDs and DVDs of various artists and groups
　　　●Asano Taiko original T-shirts
　　　●Small Taiko accessories

　　and more!!

If you are looking for anything specific, please contact us at:
Phone#:076-277-1717
Email: asano@taiko.jp

Address: 587-1 Fukudome, Hakusan-City, Ichikawa Prefecture 924-0051

The tsukeshime-taiko

Wed, 30 May 2007 13:45:49 +0900

The tsukeshime-taiko has a strong, bright and high pitched sound. We make both rope and bolt tension styles. There are 5 sizes from namitsuke (the smallest) to 5-chogake (the largest and heaviest). The finish on the body emphasizes the wood grain and can range from plain to a deep mahogany. We also take special orders for lacquered bodies.

Okedo-Taiko

Thu, 10 May 2007 14:33:22 +0900

Crafted from quartersawn Japanese cedar, the body of this drum is stave-constructed in the style of a Japanese barrel. The pitch of this instrument can be changed by adjusting the rope tension. The body of this drum is much longer and generally of a larger diameter than an Eitetsu-style Okedo. The bachi for this drum are typically long and crafted from split bamboo.

Okedo-Taiko-Eitetsu

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 14:52:45 +0900

This style of drum was designed by Eitetsu Hayashi, who adapted this instrument from the larger traditional okedo for stage use. The body is typically 54cm long regardless of head diameter, but we also take special orders for custom lengths and sizes. The finish on the body ranges from back to mahogany and the rope comes in a variety of colors - your choice of purple, black, red, orange, white or natural.

Katsugi Okedo Taiko

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:04:25 +0900

The katsugi okedo is worn slung over the shoulder with a strap and can be played while moving or in a stationary position. The finish on the body ranges from back to mahogany and the rope comes in a variety of colors - your choice of purple, black, red, orange, white or natural. Straps are sold separately. We carry different styles of straps in various colors, including our own original design.