Performing regularly at EPCOT

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For your mind. For your body.
Building focus. Developing a habit of caring about each other in teamwork.
Shape-up. Building up your physical strength.
Communication without words, through sounds and minds.

Principles of Matsuriza
(Shin) Develop Pure Spirit
(Gi) Improve Skills
(Tai) Keep Healthy Body
(Rei) Observe Proper Decorum

Matsuriza Taiko Selections
Miyadaiko, Nagadoudaiko, Ohdaiko, Shimedaiko, Ohjimedaiko, Okedoudaiko, Hiradoudaiko, Katsugiokedoudaiko

Designed by Teri Mitchell

How was Matsuriza started?
In 1983, Takemasa Ishikura started to perform as a member of Kanto-abare-daiko lead by Yoshihisa Ishikura at the EPCOT Japan pavillion of Walt Disney World. In 1998, due to the leader Yoshihisa's return to Japan so as to resume his team there, Takemasa ndependently formed Matsuriza. Since then, Matsuriza has been performing under Takemasa's direction.

What is the cultural value of Taiko among Japanese people?
Spirit, Technique, Body, and Etiquette come through the fundamentals of Bushido, the code of the Samurai. This is the most important message for Japanese.

Does Taiko need a special care?
In spite of its loud sound, Taiko is a delicate instrument. It is very sensitive to heat, humidity, direct sunlight and rain. They are keeping their Taiko in the same environment as people to live.

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