Wadaiko drum experience in Watari
Hosting facilities: Yurikan, Yuri Park
140 Nishigo, Wataricho-aza, Watari District, Miyagi Prefecture 989-2351
The castle-like building on the east side of Watari Station on the JR Joban Line is known as Yurikan. Opened in 1994, its first floor is a local history museum and the second floor a library,
serving as a base for highlighting the culture of Watari. The fifth-floor observation hall offers a view of the town. Visitors can also see the Pacific Ocean to the east and Mt. Zao to the
west.
Overview of the experience
A tie-up with Watalis, which works to hand down and communicate the regional culture of Watari, including FUGURO, using kimono fabric. Guests will receive original hand protectors made from WATALIS kimono fabric to commemorate their visits. Put on your favorite hand protectors and beat the wadaiko drum to your heart’s content with Tabidaiko.
The drum is said to be the first musical instrument created by humans. Experience music that goes beyond words to connect people. Take a photo or video of your wadaiko performance experience as a keepsake memory. Children and adults alike can enjoy this program.
Watalis makes one-of-a-kind Japanese accessories made by upcycling old kimono fabric. The hand protectors are sure to be a memory of your visit.
Tabidaiko is a wadaiko drumming group launched with a focus on young members. “We look forward to hearing from you!”
What can be learned from this experience?
- Learn about Tabidaiko
- Learn about the wadaiko drum
- Learn performance techniques through the wadaiko drum performance experience
- Learn about Watari
- Learn about Watalis
こんな方におすすめ
- People interested in Japanese music
- People interested in Japanese accessories and kimonos
- Persons who want to actively experience Japanese culture
Details of the experience program
| Offered by | GM7 Inc. |
|---|---|
| Number of persons | 3 to 20 (consultation available) |
| Target age | Age 6 or older |
| Content |
Performance appreciation, wadaiko drum lesson, wadaiko performance experience, commemorative photo, video shooting (with customers’ cameras, etc.) *Includes rental of drumsticks and happi coats. |
| Time required | Approximately 1 to 2 hours (consultation available) |
| Suggested schedule |
10:56 Arrival at JR Watari Station (from direction of Sendai Station) 11:00 Meet up in front of entrance to Yurikan 11:00–11:10 Self-introductions, explanation of wadaiko, Watari, WATALIS 11:10–11:25 Watch wadaiko drum performance 11:25–11:55 Wadaiko drum lesson 11:55–12:05 Wadaiko drum performance 12:05–12:10 Commemorative photo 12:10–12:25 Interaction/Free time 12:37 Departure from JR Watari Station (toward Sendai) |
| Clothing/What to bring | Comfortable clothing |
| Fee | 8,000 yen (excluding tax) per person |
| How to apply | Please inquire by e-mail to info@gm7.jp (Reservation representative: Hamano, GM7 Inc.) *Please include the applicant’s name and phone number in the e-mail text so the representative can reply. |
| Payment method | Payment on site in cash (Credit cards and cashless payments not accepted.) |
| Cancellation policy |
Same-day: 100% Day before: 80% 2 to 9 days in advance: 20% 10 days or more in advance: no charge |
| Contact desk on day of experience | GM7 Inc. (Hamano) TEL: 080-6037-0144 |
| Related site | GM7 Inc. https://gm7.jp/ |
