• Daibo Hongyoji - 10:00 Gather at Daibo Hongyoji Temple

【Step 1】 Chanting & Garden
A monk will lead a chanting session in a hall with a rich 700-year history, inviting you to participate. No prior religious knowledge is necessary. Following this, enjoy the serene Japanese garden and embrace the tranquility.

【Step 2】Taiko Drumming
With a peaceful and focused mind, engage in taiko drumming. An expert with 23 years of experience, who has performed at international concerts and national ceremonies, will guide you from posture and grip to a complete group rhythm sequence. Experience the powerful resonance of the drum.

【Step 3】Break
Enjoy cold tea and traditional Japanese sweets. This is a perfect time to converse with fellow participants and your instructor.

【Step 4】Walk through Ikegami Honmonji Temple
Accompany your guide to Ikegami Honmonji Temple. Learn the basics of visiting etiquette, such as prayer and hand purification, and explore a peaceful historic neighborhood where locals reside, far removed from the hustle of Asakusa or Shinjuku.

Concludes around 12:30
Each participant receives a gift of traditional zori sandals and socks.

• Professional taiko drumming instruction by a performer from Taiko Ensemble Amanojaku

From the tranquility of Zen to the powerful beats of taiko.
Never played the drums before? That’s perfectly fine.
This journey starts at Daibo Hongyoji Temple, boasting over 700 years of history. With the guidance of a monk, even those new to drumming can start from the basics — and in the serene atmosphere of the ancient hall, participants will find their minds gently calming.
With this newfound focus, it’s time to embrace taiko. A seasoned professional with 23 years of experience — who has performed at international concerts and national events — will lead participants step by step, from posture and grip to the initial strike. Before long, everyone will be playing a complete rhythm sequence together as a group. The sense of accomplishment and sheer joy is the essence of this experience. Participants will enjoy themselves and naturally connect with the sounds, history, and spirit of Japanese culture. Maximum of 8 participants, with the session customized to the group.
The experience concludes with a stroll through Ikegami Honmonji Temple — a peaceful retreat, far removed from the hustle and bustle of Asakusa or Shinjuku.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.