YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan

Yamato’s new show, Hito no Chikara (The Power of Human Strength), is a thrilling, high-energy interpretation of the centuries-old Japanese taiko tradition that incorporates over 40 drums along with bronze cymbals, vocals, and bamboo flutes, showcasing virtuosity, strength, spirit, and endurance.

 

A yamato performer looks up with his arm extended as he holds a drum strapped over his body.
A yamato performer dressed in a patterned garb squats as he is about strike the drum sitting on his lap.
3 yamato performers yell and play huge drums on stage that hang from their bodies.