About enTaiko

Founded in 2007, a youth-based taiko ensemble in Portland, OR. The group is from Kinder to Middle school dedicated to preserving and sharing Japan’s centuries-old musical traditions while introducing taiko drumming to new audiences. This year, enTaiko Ensemble, led by Makoto Barmon, Kazuyo Ito and Jimi Nakagawa, along with skilled adult drummers, offers captivating performances that immerse audiences in Japanese culture.