Learn to Play Traditional Japanese Drum with a Respected Noh Performer

【OUTLINE】

Undergo the invaluable experience of learning the traditional Japanese drum from a performer of Noh, an intangible cultural treasure.

【HIGHLIGHTS】

• Learn how to play the traditional Japanese drum from a respected Noh performer.
• Enjoy not only learning how to play the drum but also learning about its origins and history.
• Play the instrument with a song sung by the Noh performer at the end of the lesson!

【SCHEDULE】

[00:00] Start the tour with an introduction and explanation of Kotsuzumi by Noh performer Iitomi at Hanamitsu Chayo.
[00:15] Begin the lesson on how to hold and hit the small drum.
[00:40] Play along with Mr. Iitomi's song.
[00:50] Ask questions and shop while taking pictures and drinking tea.

【DETAILS】

This is an invaluable experience to take a lesson about Japanese drum performance and its history from a performer of Noh, which is designated as an important intangible cultural treasure. Before and after the experience, you can relax with a cup of tea in the coffee shop that uses local honey.

【THINGS TO NOTE】

• Duration：1 hour
• Meeting point：Hanamitsuchayo Kuranaga Yohoen [MAP]
  4-1-14 Nuyamazu, Higashi-ku, Kumamoto-shi, 861-2102
• Access：
  After arriving at Kengun-machi stop on Kumamoto Shiden Railways (tram) Kengun line, take a bus from Ken-gun Yotsukado stop. Get off at Nuyamazu-jinja mae. The experience is a 1 min walk from the bus stop (on the route 28).
• Language support：English (with documents), Japanese
• Included：
  ・Drum rental
  ・Lecture
  ・Tea
• Excluded：English translations (additional charges apply)
• Free Wi-Fi：No
• Toilet：Yes (Western style)

【HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES】

• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  

【CANCELLATION POLICY】

7 to 4 days before the tour date: 40% of the tour price
3 to 2 days before the tour date: 60% of the tour price
The day before the tour date, on the day of the tour: 100% of the tour price
※Right after the online settlement is made, a cancellation fee of 10% will be incurred in case of cancellation.
※The cancellation fee includes handling charges.