Kodo One Earth Tour 2014: Mystery

Traditional Japanese drum performance

Komal Khiani Jun 30, 2014 - 1 min read

<p>Kodo One Earth Tour 2014: Mystery - Taiko drum performance</p>

<p>The closing ceremony, where all performers return to the stage to be recognized by the audience for their performance.</p>

<p>The stage curtain featuring traditional Japanese art</p>

<p>The show lasts approximately 2 hours and you are allowed to take pictures during the intermission.</p>

<p>The last shot on the stage in Asakusa, before they head for their next destination. </p>

<p>Asakusa public hall first floor; the seats closest to the stage.</p>

<p>Kodo stalls have merchandise (CDs,DVDs) and other related products for sale in the hall lobby.</p>

<p>The hand prints of the famous Japanese performers outside Asakusa public hall.</p>

<p>Asakusa public hall is located a 5-minute walk away from Asakusa station.</p>

Kodo is a professional group of Taiko (Traditional Japanese drums) performers based on Sado Island in Niigata. They have given 3,700 performances in 46 countries worldwide under the theme “One Earth”. Their performances last for approximately 2 hours, including an intermission. The entire show consists of around 15-18 pieces. The title of this show was "Mystery". The stage was very dimly lit to give a sense of something marvelous emerging out of darkness.

The main focus of the group is drumming of course; however, they have incorporated new theatrical elements with creative props and costumes to reach out to a bigger audience. The pictures are taken from their latest performance at Asakusa Public Hall, Tokyo.

Additional Photos: Takashi Okamoto

Komal Khiani @komal.khiani

A travelaholic and a photographer, I believe that travel broadens one's view towards the world. Experiencing other cultures, meeting new people from other communities and other countries, exploring new places is something that inspires me everyday.