[For Beginners]Osuwa-Daiko Lessons in the Land of the Roots of a Revived and Globally Spread Performing Art Form

【OUTLINE】

Osuwa Daiko, a taiko drumming style rich in history and culture in the Suwa region, evolved from the Kagura music dedicated to Suwa Taisha.
It has pioneered the modern ensemble taiko style and today attracts disciples from numerous countries worldwide who come to learn the art.
This beginner-friendly tour offers the chance to learn about Osuwa Daiko and experience the spiritual essence of traditional Japanese taiko drumming.

【HIGHLIGHTS】

• Access the dojo typically restricted to disciples and receive a taiko lesson.

• Learn from Yamamoto Makoto, an Osuwa Daiko lineage holder.

• Observe the taiko manufacturing process and view valuable historical materials.

【SCHEDULE】

[10:00 / 14:00] Meet at Osuwa Daiko Dojo, preparation

[10:10 / 14:10] Osuwa Daiko lesson

[11:20 / 15:20] Tour the production site

[11:40 / 15:40] Visit the World Taiko Museum

[12:00 / 16:00] End of experience

【THINGS TO NOTE】

• Duration：120 minutes
• Capacity：1-30 people
• Meeting point： Osuwa Daiko Kaikan    [MAP]
  2-5-16 Shimmei-cho, Okaya-shi, Nagano 394-0004
• Access：
  ■By Car:
  ・About 5 minutes from Okaya IC on Chuo Expressway
  ・About 40 minutes from Suwa IC on Chuo Expressway
  ■By Public Transportation:
  ・Get off at Okaya Station on the JR Chuo Main Line, take a taxi for about 10 minutes

• Language support：Japanese, English
• Included：
  ・Dojo rental fee
  ・Lesson fee
  ・Drumsticks (bachi) fee
• Excluded：
  ・Interpretation fee (additional charge)
• Items to bring：
  Indoor shoes (If available) , non-slip socks suitable for wooden floors (bare feet are not allowed)
• Clothes：
  ・Wear comfortable, movable clothing
  
• Participation requirements：6 years and older
  
• Free Wi-Fi：No
• Toilet：Yes (Western-style)

【CANCELLATION POLICY】

Until 72 hours before the experience start time: 0%
From 72 hours before the experience start time to start time: 100%
Cancellation after the experience has started or cancellation without contact: 100%