Consul-General and Mrs. Ito attend Kodo Taiko Troup performance (February 14, 2017)

     On Tuesday, February 14th, Consul-General and Mrs. Ito attended a taiko drum performance by international sensation Kodo Taiko Troup at the University of Denver Newman Center. This performance was hosted by Sakura Square, LLC who are heavily involved in the Japanese-American community. The troupe made a stop in Denver as part of their 35th Anniversary American DADAN2017 Tour and performed for a sold out audience who were deeply moved by the Troup’s valiant performance. At the reception following the performance, Consul-General Ito offered the Troup words of encouragement and exchanged opinions with them about introducing Japanese culture through taiko and their future aspirations.