Past Members

Kyle Yamauchi Performer
Former member of San Jose Junior Taiko, Kyle is attending SDSU for a degree in Kinesiology.
Kotone Leyva Performer
Kotone has been playing taiko since August 2008 in Japan with Raijin Taiko.. She came to California in February and joined Naruwan Taiko around the month of April. She loves playing the piano, flute, and TAIKO! Right now she is in seventh grade. Hopefully she will continue playing the taiko drums forever!
Kristi Tsukida Performer
Kristi joined Naruwan taiko to supplement her Taiko no Tatsujin (aka "Taiko Drum Master" playstation video game) skills. She is currently working on passing some 8 star oni songs. She is also practicing to become a Rock Band and Guitar Hero expert. Hajimaru don!
Erin Takahashi Performer/Treasurer
In Spring of 2004, Erin performed with UCSD Asayake Taiko in their debut performance. The adrenaline rush and rhythmic pounding of the drums was like none other, and from that point on… she was hooked. She continued to play with Asayake Taiko until 2006, and now plays with Naruwan Taiko aiming to promote cultural awareness to the San Diego community. Her musical background includes piano, flute, and she is currently picking up the ukulele.