Ken Koshio

Ken Koshio is a Japanese-born taiko drummer and singer-songwriter based in Phoenix, Arizona. He blends Japanese taiko, American folk rock, and Native American influences in shows that trace migration and shared humanity through rhythm and storytelling. Licensed to teach Hiroshima Jidaiko, he leads the Koshio Gumi ensemble from his Wa-Konkan dojo. His concerts frame drumming as a living prayer, carrying messages of resilience and hope.