Short description of Japan's most well-known woodwind instrument. Includes photographs and video clip.

A short introduction to the music of yesterday and today.

A detailed history of this traditional form of drum-playing. Includes related links and a glossary of terms.

Taiko is the Japanese art of drum playing. This site examines the art's history, the drums themselves, and how they are played.

Offers short descriptions of the most important types of traditional Japanese music.