

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ROU  -enTaiko - Deaf Taiko Drummers from Japan
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 05:15 pm
- **Event Description**: Experience Deaf taiko artists from Japan with enTaiko and youth drummers in a powerful cross-cultural performanceAbout this EventROU — enTaiko Concert 2026 -Featuring Kobiki (Osaka) &amp; Yumenko (Tokyo) JapanSpecial Guests: Gathered–DanceAbility (Portland) &amp; Matsuriza (Orlando, FL)enTaiko presents ROU, a powerful performance celebrating Deaf artistry, cross-cultural collaboration, and the future of inclusive taiko.This year features two renowned Deaf taiko artists making their first Portland appearance: Kobiki from Osaka and Yumenko from Tokyo, Jpaan. Their work reveals how Deaf drummers experience rhythm through vibration, movement, and visual musicality—offering audiences a rare chance to experience taiko beyond sound.ROU—a Japanese word referring to Deaf and Hard of Hearing communities—brings Deaf and hearing performers together on one stage. The result is a vibrant, deeply expressive evening that expands how we understand rhythm, communication, and connection.We also welcome Gathered–DanceAbility, an inclusive dance company whose collaboration with enTaiko blends movement.Join us at the PCC Sylvania Performing Arts Center for an unforgettable evening that celebrates culture, accessibility, and the power of inclusive performance.100% of proceeds support enTaiko, helping us sustain community partnerships, provide scholarships, and increase access to the arts.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/portland/rou-entaiko-deaf-taiko-drummers-from-japan/100001972881583926
- **Event Categories**: entertainment, performances, art, concerts, music, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Frou-entaiko-deaf-taiko-drummers-from-japan-tickets-1972881583926
- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 12.51, max: 39.19, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Portland
- **state**: OR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Portland Community College - Performing Arts Center
- **lat**: 45.4388137
- **long**: -122.7307355
- **full address**: Portland Community College - Performing Arts Center, Southwest 49th Avenue, Portland, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: enTaiko (https://allevents.in/org/entaiko/25252601)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Portland Community College - Performing Arts Center, Southwest 49th Avenue, Portland, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 12.51 up to 39.19 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** enTaiko
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** entertainment, performances, art, concerts, music, nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about ROU  -enTaiko - Deaf Taiko Drummers from Japan ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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