Archive - Taiko People

Emily in Minneapolis

Update of pursuing taiko upon returning to America. Sorry for the 6 month hiatus. I'm in America now, but maybe I'll make it to Paris in 2025…

Jan 7 •

July 2024

Emily in Ibaraki

News, the festival of witches, and talking matsuri!

Jul 26, 2024 •

June 2024

Emily in Ushibuka

Ushibuka Haiya Bushi in Kumamoto! And a few updates.

Jun 23, 2024 •

March 2024

Emily at the Dojo (Part 4)

More like "in Tokyo," but it's a series. What I would change and keep the same from this experience.

Mar 22, 2024 •

Emily at the Dojo (Part 2)

Information on how to sign up for a Tawoo class if you're visiting Japan temporarily!

Mar 5, 2024 •

February 2024

Emily at the Dojo (Part 3)

Yes, I skipped Part 2. Reflections, suggestions and back to being too personal

Feb 23, 2024 •

January 2024

Emily in Thought

And Tokyo. Sharing random thoughts and stalling for time before posting more about Tawoo Dojo

Jan 31, 2024 •

Emily at the Dojo (Part 1)

Intro to an upcoming series for those interested in coming to study taiko in Japan through Emily lens.

Jan 15, 2024 •

December 2023

But still in Tokyo, post Hachijo Island and Izumo. Talking about personal taiko frustrations and giving journal entry vibes. Paris is nowhere in sight…

Dec 5, 2023 •

November 2023

Nihon Taiko Matsuri with Gocoo, Tawoo and dragons

Nov 10, 2023 •

October 2023

Emily in Sado (Part 3)

Reflection of Earth Celebration + Ogi Matsuri

Oct 15, 2023 •

Emily in Ogi, Sado (Part 2)

Ogi Matsuri with Kodo and Naruwan

Oct 6, 2023 •

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