How Japan's Oldest Drum Factory Stayed In Business For Over 400 Years

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 though 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 skills of Asano Craftsmen 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. Asano Taiko Musical Instrument Store Managing Director: Asano Toshiaki (浅野 利昭さん) Senior Craftsman: Asano Masanori (浅野正則さん) ► Where to Buy & More Information Asano Taiko Musical Instrument Store |株式会社 浅野太鼓楽器店 Address: 587-1 Fukudomemachi, Hakusan, Ishikawa 924-0051, Japan Phone: +81 76-277-1717 Website: https://www.asano.jp/ Twitter:   / asanotaiko   ------------- ASANO TAIKO U.S., Inc. Address: 20909 S Western Ave, Torrance, CA 90501, USA Phone: +1 310-974-4490 Website: https://asano.us/ Facebook:   / asanotaikous   ► Please Support my Friend's Channel That is Linked to My Videos:    / @asuhenotobiraathome   This is a project I put my best effort into and hope you will enjoy it!    / @woodworkingenthusiasts