Who We Are

Kaminari Taiko enriches the lives of our members and audiences by learning, performing, and preserving the Japanese art of taiko.

Since the group's founding in 1996, Kaminari Taiko has expanded its cultural influence across Texas and the Gulf South. We reach thousands of people each year through concerts, festivals, and classes.

By fusing traditional instruments with modern rhythms, Kaminari strives to respectfully advance taiko as an art form, and to inspire audiences in Texas and beyond.

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Performances

We perform in Houston, all around Texas, and across the Gulf South. Check out our Performance Calendar to find the next Kaminari Taiko show near you.

Want to bring Kaminari Taiko to your event? Reach out to us on our Contact page for bookings.

Classes

Junior Taiko Workshops

Join our mailing list to be the first to know when each new Junior Taiko workshop is scheduled.

Beginner Taiko Class

Ready to learn taiko? Beginner Taiko is for you! The class meets every Sunday morning, and your first class is free. Visit our Classes page to register.

Join our mailing list to get up-to-date information about all our classes, workshops, and other events.

Gift Certificates

Give the gift of taiko to your family and friends!

...a high-energy performance of spectacle and sound...
— Houston Press