TEL : 0845 222 6200 FAX : 0845 222 3784 E-mail : info@awlt.com
105 Great Portland Street, London W1W 6QF
     

Taiko Drumming Course & Asakusa Walk

Taiko drums are considered to be one of the first percussion instruments invented by humans. This tour will lead you to discover the wonders of taiko drums. The tour starts at the Drum Museum where you can observe and touch a collection of drums which have come from around the world. You will also be able to participate in short drumming sessions on them. The sound of a taiko drum is thought to be like the sound at the bottom of our souls, it's the basis for human rhythm. You will find out that taiko is not only a musical instrument. The physical activity involved during the drumming has made it become a form of relaxation, recreation and entertainment. After the taiko session you will enjoy a short tour around Asakusa’s temples and shrines and find out more about traditional Japanese culture and religion.

Schedule
Walk to Drum Museum (Taikokan)→ Short explanation about Taiko→ Walk to Taiko Center→Taiko Drumming→ Guided walk around Asakusa

Mr. Kiyomasa HANAHARA

When you hear taiko, what is the first thing to come to your mind? A Japanese festival? Half-naked performers with hachimaki (headbands)? Thunder-like beats? Yes, taiko is all of that, however, it is also a means of relaxing and keeping your body in shape whilst playing traditional music and enjoying rhythms that your own imagination create!



Details
Price Adult £78 | Child From £70
Dates Thursday
Time 13.30 - 16.30
Meeting Place Tokyo Metro Ginza Line, Tawaramachi Station 
Tour Guide Certified tour guide-interpreter in English
Meal Not Included
Paricipants 2-15 people

 




ATTENTION

* Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a spare T-shirt
* Have in mind you will be practicing barefoot
* Please bring drinking water and a towel
* Please note that due to either natural disaster or urgent orders from our activity suppliers, we may be unable to
   provide the service.