Japanese Taiko Drummers Performance - CPS 94

Thu Mar 05 2026 4:00PM – 5:00PM | Thu Mar 05 2026

Event Description:

Peaceful Forest: Takumi Kato is a world champion Taiko drummer from Japan who performs alongside his three children. Together, they aspire to deliver 1,000 shows across all 50 states over the next four years, starting in October 2022, to promote peace and harmony. So far, they have completed 407 performances in 27 states towards this goal. Their ability to connect with people allows them to infuse events with vibrant energy and joy. (https://peacefulforest.org/) Link for more info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGgShoq7-r0&t=5s Speaker: Tamako Ratliff, Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese. Part of the College Program Series. Sponsored by Comparative Cultures Collegium and General Education.