Art & Sake - Prelude Celebration
Thu, Feb 22
|Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
Immerse yourself in an evening of traditional Japanese culture, featuring special guest Chieko Kojima, a traditional Japanese taiko drummer, dancer, and distinguished member of Kodo all the way from Japan.
Time & Location
Feb 22, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix, 1125 N 3rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, USA
About the event
In collaboration with Arizona Matsuri's 40th Anniversary, this event serves as an exhilarating Prelude Celebration, bringing together Phoenix's vibrant Taiko Community for a culturally enriching experience. Experience the captivating performances of Chieko Kojima, including "Hana Hachijo," "Nishimonai," and a variety of other pieces, enriched by collaborations with Ken Koshio and Kenzoo. The opening performance will be presented by Fushicho Daiko, Arizona's longest-running Taiko Studio, celebrating 32 years of performances and education, with strong connections to Taiko dojos in Japan.