Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatakokan)
佐渡太鼓体験交流館 たたこう館Join exciting taiko drumming experiences suitable for beginners and taught by seasoned performers.
If you're looking to experience the art of taiko drumming in Japan, Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatakokan) is the perfect destination! With guidance from Kodo, an internationally acclaimed taiko group rooted in Sado Island, you can discover the joy of taiko through games and performances. Be sure to make a reservation at least three days in advance through the official website.
The center also boasts an impressive display of taiko drums of all sizes, including one meticulously handcrafted by Kodo members from a zelkova tree estimated to be around 600 years old. After your taiko experience, take some time to relax at T's Cafe with drinks and light meals while soaking in the picturesque Osado Mountains and Mano Bay.
- Area
- Sado Area
- Category
- Tourist Facilities History and Culture
General Information
| Address | 新潟県佐渡市小木金田新田150-3 |
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| Directions | Approx. 10 min. drive from Ogi Port |
| Car Park | Cars: 25 Large buses: 2 |
| Opening Times | 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Closed: Mondays (if Monday is a public holiday, the following Tuesday instead), New Year's holidays, winter closure (January-February). |
| Prices | Junior high school students and older: 2,500 yen/person Elementary school students: 1,500 yen/person Suitable ages: Elementary school students and older (preschool children must be accompanied by an adult). |
| Notes | Taiko Experience Time Slots: 4 sessions per day (9:00 am, 11:00 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm) Duration: 60 minutes |
Contact
| Name | Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatakokan) |
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| Telephone Number | 0259-86-2320 |
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