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Taishi Takami is an amateur taiko drummer who has achieved an unprecedented number of accomplishments. His journey with taiko began in his childhood, when he honed his skills under the tutelage of his father, Koichi, as a member of the Otsu Taiko group, performing at local festivals and community events.
His talent truly blossomed in adulthood. In 2008, he debuted at a national competition to determine Japan's best taiko drummer and took home the championship, instantly gaining nationwide recognition. Since then, he has held the title of Japan's number one taiko drummer a total of nine times in 2010, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020. This is an unparalleled feat for an amateur performer.
His performances are characterized by a masterful combination of powerful strikes and delicate tones. He captivates audiences with overwhelming force while also conveying a deep emotional resonance, maximizing the diverse appeal of taiko. He has also been highly praised for his technical skill, having won the top prize multiple times at the Great Taiko Drumming Contest held at Kumamoto Castle.
Although his main profession is running an auto repair shop, his passion for taiko remains endless. In addition to teaching and mentoring the next generation of drummers, he has composed original songs like Kizuna and actively works to expand the possibilities of taiko by performing on live-streaming apps as Taiko Man TAISHI. His deep love for taiko and his earnest dedication continue to inspire and move many people.
Genre: Enka/TraditionOrigin: Kumamoto