Ohtawara City, Tochigi Prefecture, is a neighbor of Nasushiobara City, where our factory is located.
The city of Otawara is home to the story of "Nasu Yoichi," the hero of Otawara City, which can be experienced through the sounds of the city,
Yoichi Taiko, a Japanese drumming group that combines power and storytelling, is active in this area.
The world of fashion is constantly changing, and it can be difficult to keep up.
But there are a few key trends that have emerged in recent years.
One of these trends is the increasing popularity of sustainable fashion.
This means that more and more people are choosing to buy clothes that are made from eco-friendly materials and produced in an ethical way.
Another trend is the rise of "athleisure."
This is a style of clothing that blends athletic wear with everyday fashion, allowing people to be comfortable and stylish at the same time.
Finally, we're seeing a growing interest in vintage and secondhand clothing.
This trend is driven by a desire for unique pieces and a rejection of fast fashion.
These are just a few of the many trends that are shaping the fashion industry today.
Yoichi Taiko is a creative taiko group that was created to honor Nasu Yoichi, a master archer,
The history of its activities will be 33 years this year (2026).
Yoichi Taiko features narrative performances of songs based on the legend of Yoichi.
The performance of the Yoichi Taiko has a powerful, tense, and detailed sound that is unique to taiko, and its appeal is the "echo" that you can feel in your body at the same time you hear it.
The performance gradually grew more intense and wild from the quietness, and the dynamic unity of all the members together is breathtaking.
Even when watching, the movement and speed of the performers loom over you.
...Words cannot describe.
The performance is a testament to their ability to perform.
In the 18th Olympic Winter Games (Nagano Olympics) held in 1998,
It was adopted as part of the entrance march and also performed in Taiwan in 2000,
This taiko group has experience on the international stage.
I hope you will listen to the live performance!
Although active on the international stage, Yoichi Taiko's base of operations is in Otawara City,
We are warmly rooted in the community.
Regular concert on the third Sunday of every month (free of charge) and open rehearsals every Saturday (free of charge)
The group also performs at other community events.
The members of Yoichi Taiko are mainly local people,
The club belongs to a wide range of people, from children to the elderly, and is an exchange of people in the local community,
We continue our warm activities to be a center of cultural exchange.
We invite you to "see," "hear," and "feel" the performance of Yoichi Taiko.
■Yoichi drum
Subscription Concert
Third Sunday of every month from 11:00 a.m. Free of charge
(Dates and times are subject to change.)
Open Practice
Every Saturday from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Free of charge
(Dates and times are subject to change.)
0place：Multipurpose hall of Nasu Yoichi Folklore Museum
1584-6 Minamikanemaru, Otawara-shi, Tochigi 324-0012
Roadside Station: Nasu Yoichi no Sato
0Interview cooperation: Members of Yoichi Taiko (Chairman: Mr. Fumio Hirayama)