Description

Onshoku: Taiko Rhythms – Authentic Japanese Taiko Drums, Koto, and Shinobue Samples

Produced by renowned taiko expert and composer Isaku Kaqeyama, Onshoku: Taiko Rhythms offers a powerful yet delicate collection of traditional and contemporary Japanese rhythms and melodies. This diverse library of loops and one-shots features performances by Yuki Yasuda (koto), David Wells (shinobue), and Isaku Kaqeyama (taiko), captured through a cinematic lens.

High-Quality Sound for Film, Video Games, Pop, Rock & Hip-Hop

Meticulously recorded at the historic Sound Factory studio in Los Angeles, every sound in Onshoku: Taiko Rhythms is encoded at the highest possible quality, ready for integration into any production. Whether you’re creating scores for film, video games, or blending it into pop, rock, or hip-hop tracks, this sample library offers a unique palette of authentic Japanese instruments, including the thunderous taiko drums, graceful koto, and mystical shinobue flutes.

Cinematic Japanese Beauty in Every Sound

Weave together these awe-inspiring strings, winds, and drums to craft a soundscape that embodies the beauty and mystery of Japan. This collection is designed to inspire and elevate any project with its rich, traditional sound and contemporary edge.

About Isaku Kaqeyama:

Isaku Kaqeyama is a taiko alpinist, celebrated for his live performances and studio work. Formerly a principal drummer of the Tokyo-based Amanojaku Taiko Ensemble, Kaqeyama is a two-time National Odaiko Champion and holds a Bachelor of Music from Berklee College of Music and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Longy School of Music. His vast experience includes:

Performances at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center
Recording contributions to acclaimed video games like Ghost of Tsushima
Appearances on networks such as NBC, VH1, and BET
International tours with the Japan Foundation and residencies at The Pew Center for Arts and Heritage