Who are we?

Kaminari UK Taiko is a Japanese style drumming group offering performances and workshops, mainly in and around Yorkshire.
We have been playing and performing together since 2009.
​We want to impart our love of this physical, fun (and addictive!) art form to the wider community.

What is Taiko?

Taiko drumming is an energetic and dynamic form of drumming originating in Japan. 
It combines rhythm and movement to produce a visual, fun and absorbing  performance.

Latest news


As you will understand, we have had to cancel all our upcoming shows.
We apologise for this but look forward to seeing you all again when the current situation allows.
Our show 'Shiki-The Four Seasons of Japan' has been included in Japan-UK Season of Culture
You can catch our next show at Galtres Centre, Easingwold on 21/3/20
and later in the year at Pocklington Arts Centre on 26/9/20
We are delighted to announce that as part of our 10 year anniversary we have adopted Parkinson's UK as our chosen charity.
You will see their logo and fundraising helpers at various events throughout 2020.
Yorkshire Taiko Community are holding their Christmas Bash at Shipton Community Centre on Saturday Dec 7th 2.30-5.00pm.
​All welcome but booking essential.
Following our "drums and crumbs" workshops, some people expressed interest in more regular classes. So, Starting Sept 13, we are running some fun and friendly taiko sessions at Shipton Community Centre. Please get in touch for more details.
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We've squeezed in an extra date for July. We'll be at Harrogate Carnival, part of Harrogate Welcomes The World.
Look out for us at 2.30 and 4pm at the Global stage.
It's confirmed! We'll be back at ​​​​​​​​The Great Yorkshire Fringe on Saturday 20th July at 5pm.
A bigger venue and an even better show. Get it in your diaries.


​BOOKING NOW OPEN
​Any *idea* who is playing at the Festival of Ideas? Get June 16th in your diary!


​BOOKING NOW OPEN
We had a fantastic time at Dr Shakamoto's  recording studio in Leeds.
Thanks again to Andy and Will for making it such a fun and productive day.