Taiko drumming Artist

Ken Koshio

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

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

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.

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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Sun, Mar 30
Asian Festival at MCC Free Admission!
Mesa Community College
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Mar 30, 2025, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mesa Community College, 1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202, USA
Asian Festival at Mesa Community College is back again! With wide variety of Asian cuisines, performances, and cultural activities/booths you will be able to explore and experience something you may have never before. Koshio Gumi will be performing at 1:55 pm. See you there!
Sat, Apr 05
Celebrate MIM’s 15th Anniversary!
Musical Instrument Museum
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Apr 05, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050, USA
Embark on a musical journey around the globe in celebration of MIM’s 15th anniversary! Diverse performances, hands-on learning experiences, and thrilling musical encounters will bring MIM’s immense collection to life. Ken Koshio & Kenzoo will be performing 2 pm - 2:30 pm! See you there!
Sat, Apr 12
Experience Taiko! Feel Your Body Through the Beats in Mesa!
Riki Dojo USA
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Apr 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Riki Dojo USA, 535 W Iron Ave Suite 121, Mesa, AZ 85210, USA
Join us on April 12th from 5:00 PM at Riki Dojo USA for our Experience Taiko! event. Step into the world of traditional Japanese Taiko drumming, where you’ll unleash your inner rhythm, build incredible strength, and become part of a vibrant, energetic community. $20 per person. Register now!
Sat, Apr 19
Ken Koshio & Kenzoo Celebration of the Earth Concert
Old Town Center for the Arts
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Apr 19, 2025, 7:00 PM MST
Old Town Center for the Arts, 633 N 5th St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326, USA
The theme of the concert is Celebration of the Earth where art, culture and music intertwine to celebrate the diversity of cultures across the planet. Since ancient times, Taiko rhythms have been dedicated to setting the heartbeat in motion, expressing the melodies and pulse of mother earth.
Thu, May 08
Japanese Heritage Celebration at Chase Field
Chase Field
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May 08, 2025, 6:40 PM
Chase Field , 401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
As part of the D-backs Asian Heritage Celebration Series, we are excited to host our annual Japanese Heritage Celebration on Thursday, May 8 vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers. The celebration will include a Japanese inspired D-backs jersey (limited sizing available, first come first serve).