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How is a taiko drum played?
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A taiko drum is a traditional Japanese drum, featuring animal skin stretched over either side. It is played with two drumsticks made of wood and called bachi. Shop an array of authentic taiko drums from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Japanese Drum Table/Planter with Removable Brass Tray
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese drum planter with latter added removable brass tray
Has metal and rope banding on middle.
Category
Vintage 1930s End Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Large 19th Century Tanggu Drum, Traditional Taiko Japanese Drum
Located in Buffalo, NY
a traditional Japanese drum from the 19th century. It is medium in size and barrel-shaped, with two
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Musical Instruments
Materials
Wood, Animal Skin
Antique Japanese Bronze Barrel Form Table or Mantel Clock
Located in New York, NY
, possibly of continental origin, in the form of a Japanese drum or barrel on stand, exceptionally modeled
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Bronze
Japanese antique large wooden low table / 1868 to 1920 / Wabi-sabi sofa table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
from repurposed traditional Japanese drums.
The top panel is made of cedar wood from the Taisho and
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sofa Tables
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Lacquered Drum-Shaped Box
Located in Astoria, NY
A Japanese lacquered drum-shaped box, with red details over black ground, the top decorated with
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
Vintage Framed Japanese Silk Painting of Dancer Playing Drum
Located in Delray Beach, FL
drum. This hand-painted artwork showcases the grace and elegance of traditional Japanese culture
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Paintings
Materials
Silk
