97064 Great Taiko Drumming I Phoenix Arizona I Ken Koshio
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Taiko drumming Artist

Ken Koshio

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Taiko Japanese drumming artist, Ken Koshio, specializes in Taiko, the ancient Japanese drumming

art form, Japanese Folk Artist, singer, and songwriter. 

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His Mission is to make the Earth a better place by bringing Peace into the Community and by creating

a healthy environment for people to live in, through

the healing power of ancient sounds and music.​

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Ken Koshioh shares his Japanese spirit of WA taiko

at his dojo WAKONKAN, offering 

Koshio Ryu, Taiko- Do Classes and he has been producing cultural events as K2Enterprise

since 2013.

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Arizona Revealed: Phoenix

What makes a destination unique? Who are the people that give a place life and spirit? The video series “Arizona Revealed” delves into these questions – and more – as it explores the state’s big cities and small towns. This episode takes us to Phoenix.

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Rock N Roll Marathon Arizona
    Rock N Roll Marathon Arizona
    Sun, Jan 18
    Band Stage
    Jan 18, 2026, 7:10 AM
    Band Stage, E McDowell Rd & N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257, USA
    Get ready to feel the beat! Ken Koshio and Koshio Gumi are bringing the power of Taiko to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon. With every drumbeat, we’ll energize and encourage the runners as they conquer the half marathon. わっしょい！Wasshoi! Let’s run, cheer, and drum our hearts out together.
  • Find Your Own Rhythm - Experience Taiko
    Find Your Own Rhythm - Experience Taiko
    Sun, Jan 25
    Wa-Konkan Dojo of Ken Koshio
    Jan 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Wa-Konkan Dojo of Ken Koshio, 2217 N Dayton St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, USA
    Find Your Own Rhythm! Join us on January 25th from 1 pm at the Wa-Konkan Dojo of Ken Koshio for our event! Learn traditional Japanese taiko drumming, build strength, and connect with a vibrant community. $20 per person. Register now!
  • Arizona Matsuri - A festival of Japan
    Arizona Matsuri - A festival of Japan
    Sat, Feb 21
    Indian Steel School Park
    Feb 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Indian Steel School Park, 300 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA
    Ken Koshio & Koshio-Ryu Taiko-Do Opening Parade - 9:30 am - 10 am Starting at the south end of the park. Join us and lets dance together!
  • Arizona Matsuri - A festival of Japan
    Arizona Matsuri - A festival of Japan
    Sun, Feb 22
    Indian Steel School Park
    Feb 22, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Indian Steel School Park, 300 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85012, USA
    Ken Koshio & Koshio-Ryu Taiko-Do Opening Parade - 9:30 am - 10 am Starting at the south end of the park. Join us and lets dance together!

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