A "Living National Treasure" and her ensemble. Includes a brief history of Tsugaru shamisen: the instrument and the music.

A brief background of classical Okinawan music.

Music, with traditional Japanese instruments, used at Konkokyo services. History, instruments, and audio samples.

Flutist and composer's music is a fusion of jazz and world music. Discography, reviews, film and album credits, instrument collection, and tour dates.

Information about Hi no Taiko with photographs and audio samples of performances with explanations and terms, a Yoko-bue, the Japanese bamboo flute, tutorial, and links to Taiko sites. [Japanese, English]

Brief history of Japanese traditional music, from its roots to its present status.

Personal page: koto and shamisen practice.

Serves the performers and fans taiko. Contains lists of groups and instructors, samples of music to download, explanations, history, glossary, and brief tutorial.

Toni Yagami's Japanese Percussion Ensemble features taiko and other music in concert and workshops.

Profile of the ensemble, touring schedule, and press reviews.